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Job Title: Order Picker
Dept./Location: Warehouse
Reports To: Distribution Supervisor/Distribution Manager
Job Summary:
To accurately select product, efficiently assemble, prepare for shipment, and verify accuracy of orders that are shipped to customers and pool distribution points. Continuously update inventory as product is picked.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Picks finished product from storage racks for customer orders accurately, efficiently and with due concern for product quality and condition.
- Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by reading and following Company and OSHA safety regulations, including, but not limited to the use of personal protection equipment and observing lock-out tag-out procedures, etc.
- Performs various functions within the pick module; this includes, but is not limited to, moves product from pick slot to pallet or conveyor; sends orders down conveyor to be wrapped; watch for and remove jams on the conveyor; moves product from conveyor lanes to pallet or box, removes empty pallets from pick slots, prepares boxes for shipping, and returns overages to the correct location, etc.
- Prepares order for shipment by palletizing and wrapping or boxing product, prints and attaches labels on completed orders; places packing slip and prebills, and other required documentation on order when needed.
- Operates material handling equipment safely and efficiently to minimize risk to personnel and damage to inventory and equipment; charges and changes batteries; performs a forklift check-off at the beginning of each shift and a visual safety check on equipment before operating; informs supervisor of any mechanical or safety issues.
- Performs correct, accurate, and timely inventory and or product transactions to reflect material movement and inventory status using a computer and or RF device.
- Keeps work area clean and removes waste and product off floor and locations; removes shrink-wrap and cardboard from pallets in pick locations prior to picking; places materials in proper locations.
- Assists with the training of current and new Order Pickers, as directed.
- Builds and assembles pre-packs and pallet displays according to instructions.
- Performs case counts on completed customer orders, as directed.
- Assists supervisor with inventory functions, when directed; reports inventory discrepancies to supervisor or auditor immediately.
- Places damaged and partial cases of product in designated location to be recouped.
- Completes necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned – not an essential function.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Skill in operating material moving equipment in a safe and conscientious manner.
- Performs basic math operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Ability to work as a productive member of a team.
- Ability to work at a rapid pace for continuous periods of time.
- Ability to organize and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
- Ability to deal effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.
- Communicates effectively with plant personnel in a courteous and cooperative manner.
- Must possess basic computer keyboarding skills
Expectations:
- Demonstrates efficient order picking skills on a regular basis.
- Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing work tasks efficiently and safely. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
- Responds appropriately to supervision.
- Aligns behavior with needs, priorities, and goals of the department and company.
- Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
- Actively participates in resolving order picking issues or problems.
- Employees are expected to work at other work centers where job qualifications allow.
- Demonstrates a commitment to high quality standards of workmanship.
Education and Training:
- Possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Onsite training specific to job responsibilities.
- Must obtain forklift and Order Picker certification.
- Pass an Order Picker Qualification Checklist (deadline to be established by company.)
Equipment/Tools/Machinery Used:
Forklift Computer/related software Staple gun
Order picker Power conveyor Pallet dispenser
Pallet jack Battery charger/changer Label machines
Reach, stand-up, sit down Lift Tape gun Shrink wrap
Copier/printer Ladder Pallet pulls
Calculator Communication Radios Pry bar
BoxKnife Lift table
Protective Clothing and Devices:
Many of the job duties of this position require you to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), if so, when and how to use this equipment will be explained to you at the time of hire.
To determine ability to perform job functions where the use of a respirator is required, employees will be given a physical examination prior to performing this type of work.
SQF:
Has a critical role in assuring food safety and quality within the manufacturing environment by upholding food safety and regulatory policies and responsibilities.
Responsible for following cGMP’s
Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and good housekeeping
Ensure all food safety and quality records are completed accurately and timely.
Follow all appropriate equipment cleaning procedures.
Ensure pallets are clean and in good repair
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This position is in a manufacturing plant environment, works around moving mechanical parts, works around motorized vehicles and may be exposed to varying temperatures.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
May be required to work at heights up to 30ft off the ground
Physical Requirements:
Hearing, speaking: Continuously. Must communicate with others and discriminate sounds with machines
Vision: Continuously
Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently depending on the work environment.
Standing: Frequently to Continuously
Walking: Frequently to Continuously
Forward bend in standing: Occasionally to Frequently
Rotation in standing: Occasionally to Frequently
Elevated work: Rarely up to 1-2 mins
Floor to waist lift: Occasionally to Frequently up to 35 lbs, Rarely up to 50 lbs
Waist to crown lift: Rarely to Occasionally up to 35 lbs
Horizontal lift: Occasionally to Frequently up to 50 lbs
Front carry: Occasionally 50 lbs up to 15 feet
One hand carry: Occasionally 30 lbs up to 15 feet
Push: Occasionally up to 80 lbs
Pull: Occasionally up to 80 lbs
Left hand grip: Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs
Right hand grip: Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs
Pinch Grip: Occasionally to Frequently
Right and Left hand coordination: continuous with average eye/hand coordination
Stair Climbing: Occasionally to frequently: Up to 200 stairs/day
Climbing: Occasionally
Squatting: Occasionally to Frequently
Kneeling: Rarely
Stooping: Occasionally to Frequently
Reaching: Frequently
Crawling: Rarely
Crouching: Occasionally to Frequently
Repetitive Motions: Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Frequently to Continuously: Including twisting wrist, ulnar deviation, box cutting.
Moderate Work: Force from 20-30 lbs occasionally to frequently and up to 40-50 lbs rarely to occasionally.
B&G Foods Inc. reserves the right to change, amend, update, and or delete the contents of this job description, in part or as a whole at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.
B&G Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
Equal Employment Opportunity:
B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law,
