Entry Warehouse Team Member - 2nd Shift Traditional

Entry Warehouse Team Member - 2nd Shift Traditional

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

As an Entry Warehouse Team Member, you will be responsible for the accurate and efficient movement of goods and materials across 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, 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 strengthen our teams. You may also have opportunities to lead or train team members, building collaboration while sharing knowledge.

Key responsibilities:

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other equipment.
• Inspect equipment and maintain accurate documentation.
• Follow DOT and safety regulations.
• Move materials and ensure FIFO rotation.
• Accurately stage materials to prevent production downtime.
• Return materials to appropriate locations to ensure easy locating.
• 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.
• Maintain cleanliness and audit-ready work environment.
• Use SAP for inventory transfers and reporting.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.

Employee Type: Full time
Location: KY Buckner
Job Type: Production Group
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2:00 p‑10:30 p (Overtime as required)
Work Location: 1 Quality Place, Buckner, KY 40010
Salary: $22.00 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity & Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional certifications (e.g., Forklift, Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement) a plus.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar equipment.
• Experience with SAP or other inventory management systems.
• 18+ years of age.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA food safety regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.

Physical Demands: Stand and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs; frequent climbing, pushing, pulling, carrying, grasping, and twisting. PPE required as per plant.

EEO Statement: Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.