At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire a Dockloader based in City of Industry!   

In this role, the Docklolader is responsible for operating an electric pallet jack or forklift, selecting the correct products from warehouse racking, labeling product using label technology, palletizing product as it is selected to build customer orders, and delivering product to the dock in a safe and efficient manner 

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format and completed with all required information 

• Maintain FIFO inventory system of raw materials and finished product 

• Operate warehouse management systems to print and apply pallet tickets, ability to perform changes in SAP 

• Completes PM’s and other routine operator maintenance tasks; assist in diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds of dock equipment; partner with maintenance or others on non-routine repairs and defect handling. 

• Monitor equipment for malfunctions and defects, repairing and solving minor problems without assistance and eliminating potential threats to quality or customer service.  This excludes forklifts. 

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and forepersons regarding recurring problems or needs for repairs that will impact safety, quality and/or service 

• Take part in PM’s and utilize the Root Cause thought process to ensure corrective actions are sustainable 

• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns 

• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, actively participate in identifying and correcting opportunities to improve processes including participation in the creation and documentation of Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions, the creation and maintenance of preventative maintenance standards, the writing of One Point Lessons, and participation in continuous improvement methodology events 

• Follow QMS, Good Manufacturing Practices and 5S methodology to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area, maintaining audit ready status at all times 

• Actively participate in Pillar activities (i.e. Quality, Focused Improvement, Safety, etc.) including but not limited to observations, inspections, and recommendations. 

• Works diligently to achieve Business Unit Goals 

• Ensure clean and inspect standards are up to date and completed in a timely manner 

• Supports plant production needs and priorities to achieve plant goals 

• Facilitate, attend and participate in team meetings and programs 

• Assist, train, and coach employees. 

• Comply with all regulations, policies and procedures 

• All other duties as assigned or become evident 

Danone North America has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vacation time and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.  

Preferred candidate qualifications. 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);  

• 1 - 3 months related experience and / or training in a similar environment where staging and picking is required of finished goods; or equivalent combination of education that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required is acceptable. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

      Production and Processing Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods 

• Knowledge of SAP 

• Properly operating a forklift and pallet jack 

• Knowledge of safety  

Language Skills: 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals 

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals 

Reasoning Abilities: 

• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form 

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations  

• The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

• OSHA certification on powered industrial vehicles. 

NON ESSENTIAL: 

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. 

The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: