Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Joseph's Middle East Bakery is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Utilities employee to support warehouse operations. This role is responsible for assisting with loading deliveries, unloading receipts, maintaining warehouse cleanliness, and organizing materials. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, safety-focused, and able to support a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the lead shipper with loading staged pallets onto outbound trucks.
- Support the lead receiver in unloading inbound trucks into the staging area.
- Stage pallets for outbound shipments.
- Prepare deliveries to be cross-docked with Warehouse 1.
- Receive and stage bread deliveries from Warehouse 1 for second shift.
- Clean and remove debris or sediment from the exterior of packaging prior to shipment.
- Restack pallets that are leaning or damaged.
- Ensure all products for delivery are in good condition and free of debris.
- Follow all rules and regulations outlined in the company HACCP plan.
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
- Assist the Warehouse Manager with additional duties as assigned.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization.
Job Requirements & Skills
- Proficiency in operating an electric counterbalanced reach lift.
- Proficiency in operating an electric pallet jack.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to remain neat, organized, and detail-oriented.
- Professional demeanor and strong communication skills.
- Ability to process information efficiently to support the flow of goods.
- Ability to liaise effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to drive a 30 ft box truck and obtain a D.O.T. Medical Card.
Preferred Qualifications
- Forklift certification on an Electric Counterbalance Reach Lift.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese).
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or ERP platforms.
Physical & Mental Requirements
- Ability to climb ladders, bend, reach, and repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods and frequently climb stairs.
- Ability to work in freezing temperatures for extended periods.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required
- Hairnet
- Beard net (if applicable)
- Work boots
Work Schedule & Environment
- Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Saturdays as needed.
- Must be available to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation as required.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Joseph's Middle East Bakery is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements under the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.