Certified Warehouse Team Member

Certified Warehouse Team Member – Role Summary

At Winland Foods, we believe excellence starts behind the scenes. Guided by our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, our Warehouse Team Members play a crucial role in keeping our operations moving safely, smoothly, and efficiently.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the accurate and efficient movement of goods and materials across the warehouse, production, and packaging operations. From operating forklifts to managing inventory and stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO), you’ll ensure our processes run seamlessly and in compliance with the highest safety and food quality standards—including SQF, GMP, and HACCP. Beyond daily tasks, you may support shipping and receiving, oversee material flow and storage, and contribute to process improvements that make our teams stronger.

You may also have opportunities to lead or train team members, building collaboration while sharing knowledge.

• Employee Type:
  Full time
• Location:
  
  NJ Fair Lawn
• Job Type: Production Group
• Job Posting
  
  Title:
  
  Certified Warehouse Team Member
• Schedule:
  
  Monday—Friday with overtime as applicable
• Shift: 2nd – 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm
• Salary: $22.57‑per hour (based on experience and other qualifications)
• Shift differential paid based on Union Contract Provisions
• Benefits:
  Based on Union Contract Provisions
• Work Location:
  
  20‑01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, N.J. 07410

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary.

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other related equipment.
• Perform inspections on all equipment and maintain accurate documentation.
• Follow Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). safety regulations when applicable.

• Move materials and ensure FIFO rotation.
• Accurately and timely stage materials to prevent production downtime.
• Return materials to appropriate locations to ensure they are easily located.
• Handle recyclable materials according to plant processes.
• Deliver daily parcel shipments.
• Participate in inventory counts.

• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
• Follow proper storage procedures for allergens, kosher, and organic products.
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas and an audit‑ready work environment.
• Promptly report any safety or quality concerns.

• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
• Assist with SOP development and training.
• Facilitate cross‑departmental collaboration.

• Use computer systems (e.g., SAP) for inventory transfers and reporting.
• Maintain accurate material handling records.
• Participate in improvement projects.
• Actively participate in all required training.
• Participate in 5S efforts.
• Assist in reviewing warehouse paperwork.
• Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.
• Act as 5S champion for area.

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional certifications (e.g., Forklift, Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement) are a plus.
• Experience operating equipment like forklifts, box trucks, and SAP inventory management systems.
• Willingness to obtain required certifications (e.g., forklift, SAP, Train the Trainer, etc.).
• Minimum age 18.

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
• Commitment to following all…