Kemps has immediate job openings for Cooler/ Warehouse Operators to perform an array of functions including setting up loads for shipping, loading and unloading trailers, pulling finished pallets stacker, inventory control, assisting warehouse personnel, and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Use trailer safety automatic wheel chocks
• Take samples for Quality Control Laboratory
• Using the yard truck to move trailers for loading and unloading
• Accurately complete all associated records
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)
• Comply with SQF and Company Guidelines to produce safe and quality product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Work environment is hot/cold/wet
• Work environment is indoors and outdoors
• Work environment has consistent loud noise
• work environment contains stairs and elevated work surfaces

Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Kemps, we create are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!
  

OUR COOLER/WAREHOUSE OPERATOR FOR THIS POSITION START AT:

• 27.86 per hour 

SCHEDULE: Tuesday-Saturday 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM

DAYS OFF: Sunday-Monday

BENEFITS:

• Union 401(k) with company contribution
• Health Insurance 
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

Skills Required

• Ability to communicate openly, clearly, and effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to read, write, and understand English documentation.
• Ability to support team environment
• Ability to work independently

Physical Skills Required

• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually entire shift
• Ability to climb and maintain balance
• Ability to use hands extensively
• Ability to operate forklift with certification

Education Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience in the dairy industry preferred
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
• May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer