Shipping Technician I

The Shipping & Receiving Technician is responsible for receiving materials (ingredients, packing material, chemicals, etc.), putting together orders, and shipping finished product. This is a seasonal position through December 31, 2026 with the potential to turn into a full-time role. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be essential in maintaining the efficiency of Shipping & Receiving. Due to the nature of our business, the Shipping & Receiving Technician may do multiple tasks throughout the day/week. They are expected to contribute where and whenever needed, including any task throughout production. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operate safely and appropriately in all AgCertain situations and environments

• Ability to demonstrate a basic and continuously increasing understanding of the shipping process

• Become familiar with product lines, both retail and wholesale, to contribute effectively to shipping and receiving efforts

• Proficient in using Business Central as required for daily operations

• Inspect incoming packing materials, ingredients, and processing aides

• Process and fulfill orders accurately and according to schedule

• Monitor inventory of product (including product on QA hold) in Packaging/Shipping coolers and assist with conducting inventory

• Properly label cheese and other products and organize as necessary; complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner

• Assist with management of inventory, including loading and unloading trucks, coordinating with carriers and communicating with customers

• Assist with overall operations in the Shipping Department to ensure timely orders and a positive brand image

• Undergo Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training and be able to comply with Occupational Safety policies and GMPs in the production process

• Participate in all company trainings

• Perform all other duties as assigned

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent level certification with proven reading, writing, clearly legible handwriting, computer, inter-personal communication and mathematics skills

• Physical abilities to include the ability to lift 75 lbs (34 Kg) , ability to spend 8+ hours on feet and/or standing in place

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with Business Central is preferred

• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate internally and externally with customers and vendor

• Act with integrity, candor, excellence, curiosity, honesty and a commitment to safety

• Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility