Warehouse Worker - Select Genetics

Select Genetics presents a solid platform to serve customers on a national and international scale by providing quality poults, service, and innovation. In association with Aviagen Turkeys, Select Genetics is the nation’s leader in turkey breeding and hatching.

Job Title:Warehouse WorkerOrganizational Unit:Select GeneticsDepartment:FarmsReports To:Breeder Division ManagerLocation:North CarolinaFLSA Status:Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE

Warehouse Worker position maintains the warehouse in an orderly and well-kept manner. Responsible for receiving incoming vendors and checking the merchandise, ensuring all incoming items match the invoice. This individual is responsible for receiving, filling, and delivering Farm Manager’s weekly/bi-weekly supply order requests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Warehouse position requirements are as follows:

• Willingness to work/co-operate productively with Service Techs, Farm Managers, Division Breeder managers, etc., in maintaining supplies for The Farms so when the need arises, the products/items are available to send.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and maintain all supplies according to the following categories: Animal Health and Welfare, Safety, Biosecurity, Employee’s PPE, House/Barn Cleaning, etc.
• The ability to perform basic mathematics and computer skills is a plus.
• Possess good written, excellent reading, and verbal communication.
• Ability to perform job duties while constantly moving and using hands, occasionally lifting objects while being exposed to dust, cold, humidity, heat, chemicals and/or fumes.
• Ability and willingness to work on other assigned tasks as needed.
• Must be actively productive and efficient.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Maintain the company warehouse and all supplies, including the vehicle used.
• Transfer equipment and supplies from warehouse to farm and from farm to farm.
• Deliver farm supply orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Report to the Breeder Division Manager any issues with interior or exterior facilities, including climate control, damage, leaks, etc., pest infestation problems, or mishandling of birds.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, business ethics codes, and all applicable federal and state regulations.
• This position may also require a weekly trip to our Raeford, NC Division to drop off and/or pick up samples.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• A willingness to work varied schedules to assist on farms as needed to remove dead birds and run the incinerators.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the company’s needs.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• One-year minimum of Warehouse and Farm Maintenance experience.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to adapt time and effort to high-priority areas, including accommodating various daily hours.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs., push/pull up to 50 lbs., bend and squat, grip small objects, and be capable of repeated actions.
• Be able to walk and stand on different surfaces, including concrete and shavings in barns.
• The work requires Warehouse/Maintenance position to have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record.
• Does not own or operate around backyard poultry, foul, or swine operations off duty.

Additional required skills and abilities include a customer-service orientation; the ability to successfully handle multiple demands simultaneously; strong time management and organizational skills; attention to detail; strong communication skills in English, including verbal, written, and listening; the ability to read and interpret company policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations; the ability to communicate and interact productively with all levels of employees, and internal and external vendors.

Successful completion of a drug screen, work achievement verification and a motor vehicle driving record check are required.

Compensation Package: Select Genetics offers a complete and comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, telehealth, 401k, life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, paid holidays, paid time off and more.