Shipper - (CW - Nights)

$54,475 - $54,475/Yr

HP Hood - Winchester, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Winchester, VA

Food Manufacturing

About the position

As a Shipper at HP Hood, you will play a crucial role in our warehouse operations, ensuring that products are handled safely and efficiently. This position requires a self-driven individual who is eager to contribute to a high-impact team. You will be responsible for following all safety standard operating procedures (SOPs) and performing various tasks including loading, case picking, and receiving functions according to established guidelines. Your ability to operate equipment such as stretch wrappers, forklifts, and dock equipment safely is essential to maintaining the integrity of our products during transit. In this role, you will also be tasked with fulfilling orders accurately, verifying quantities, and securing cases on quality pallets. You will utilize our Warehouse Management System (WMS) for product identification and adjustments, ensuring that inventory is managed efficiently. Participation in shift change briefings and maintaining a clean and organized work area are also key responsibilities. You will be expected to report any equipment issues to leadership and assist with other duties as assigned by your shift supervisor. HP Hood is committed to fostering a culture of innovation, quality, and collaboration. We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs and profit-sharing opportunities. Founded in 1846, HP Hood is one of the largest food and beverage manufacturers in the United States, and we take pride in our diverse portfolio of trusted brands.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Safety SOPs and procedures
• Perform Loading, Case Picking, VNA and Receiving functions per SOPs
• Provide break to Dock Shipper when needed
• Operate a stretch wrapper, forklift, dock equipment and battery changer in a safe manner
• Fulfill orders per SOPs and customer/facility guidelines
• Read/understand information on the load tag to verify quantity for skid is correct
• Secure cases per SOPs on quality pallets to ensure product integrity is maintained during transit
• Receive, label and perform basic tasks within Warehouse Management System (WMS) for product identification and adjustments
• Utilize inventory management system efficiently and accurately (WMS, Yard Management System (YMS)/Infolink)
• Participate in Shift Change Brief with prior shift
• Inspect equipment and provide work orders for any items in need of repair to Leadership
• Keep assigned areas and work floor clean and organized
• Other duties as assigned by shift supervisor

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience or training as a forklift operator is desirable
• Prior experience in the manufacturing industry is desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Exhibit ability to learn and apply new skills
• Work effectively with team members to accomplish department and plant goals

Nice-to-haves

• Forklift certification
• Experience in a cold warehouse environment

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee discount programs
• 401k matching
• Incentive programs
• Profit sharing