Job Description

Toft Dairy is currently looking to fill a full-time position in our Freezer Department. The successful candidate for the Freezer Loader position will work Monday - Friday. Hours vary between 6 AM and 5 PM, or later depending on factors such as work load, vacations, and call-offs. After successful completion of 60 day probationary period, you will be eligible for Medical Insurance and Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC) for vision and dental. After 1 year of employment, vacation time, sick pay, holiday pay are available. Profit sharing/401(k) with Company Match is also offered after 6 months of employment.

THE ROLE: Freezer Loader is responsible for filling orders (order picking), monitoring production line and moving of product, stocking freezer (warehousing), shipping/receiving.

• Must be able to withstand cold (-30F) temperatures for up to 30 minutes at a time.
• Must provide own cold weather apparel such as Carhartt's, thermal socks, warm gloves, coats, and hats. Therma gloves are provided.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to push/pull heavy loads (pallet jack, 2-wheel hand cart)
• Standing for long periods of time are required
• Maintaining a clean work environment is critical
• Punctuality is required. Being routinely late to work and/or routinely calling off of work, especially during probationary period, is unacceptable.
• Ability to perform required tasks safely, in a fast paced work environment; ensuring food safety, quality and efficiency standards are achieved
• Positive attitude; a passion for quality food and ice cream a plus!

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• Forklift experience (required)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and good work ethic
• Effective math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using units of weight and volume measurements.
• Ability to multi-task while remaining calm and working effectively under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language; speak, understand, and read written and verbal instructions, policies and procedures
• Ability to work well with others
• General Safety and Food Safety knowledge/experience preferred
• Order picking/warehousing skills preferred

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

Toft Dairy contains office, manufacturing and outdoor work spaces where this position is required to access and work. The position requires a person to be able to frequently walk, stand, climb, bend, and twist; Frequently lifting/moving up to 50 lbs. is also required; occasional lifting/transferring of objects may be required with assistance up to 75 lbs This positions also requires a person to handle environments of different temperatures and with various food allergens present. This job is not for everyone as the work-environment is fast-paced, demanding, and performed in a freezer warehouse.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $13.00 /hour