Dock Material Handler 1st shift

West Liberty Foods
life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, short term disability, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Bolingbrook
750 South Schmidt Road (Show on map)
Apr 09, 2025
Description OUR TEAM IS OUR BEST ASSET About West Liberty Foods West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we're right in your backyard. Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment! We are currently hiring for: Job Title: Dock Material Job Summary: This role is responsible for operating the powered industrial truck and forklift to move product, equipment or materials. Compensation Details: Hourly rate of pay is $21.00 per hour. Primary Responsibilities Responsible for operating powered industrial truck and forklift safely Responsible for pre-operational inspections of the powered industrial truck and forklift. Operate a scanner and learn the required transactions in the process. Responsible for picking both fresh and frozen products. Responsible for loading and unloading trucks along with completing he necessary documentation. Maintenance and good housekeeping duties. Responsible for cooler and freezer operations. Repair and sort pallets. Other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum of 1 year of related experience is preferred. Experience in food manufacturing or production is preferred. Must be able to work independently without constant supervision. Ability to work in cold temperatures. Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands. Must be able to work extended hours, weekends and overtime if needed. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical. West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The following benefits are available: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage Paid Time Off Life Insurance Short Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program Educational Assistance Program Discount Benefits Additional Voluntary Benefits West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible. To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our career site. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)