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Case Dock Laborer
full-timeLe Mars

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Location

Le Mars

Type

full-time

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About this role

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

DFA/Kemps has immediate job openings for a well-versed Case Dock Laborer to perform an array of functions including

Maintain and clean all equipment in assigned area.

· Slide case stacks from truck using milk hook or pallet jack as appropriate

· Ensure conveyor tracks are filled with empty cases to prevent production delays

· Confirm empty case area is full of cases at end of shift to help next shift with production run

· Correctly prioritize which truck to empty first based on input from supervisors, yard drivers, or others

· Continuously scan the area and straighten up to reduce trip and slip hazards

· Spot broken or otherwise unusable cases and remove them to the designated area

· Handle returned and truck inventory product as instructed

· Ensure trailers are unloaded and washed in a timely and efficient manner while keeping dock doors closed at all times when not in use

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

· Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s

· Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

· Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Case Dock Laborers will be responsible for handling finished or raw materials, while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines.

 

DFA/Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At DFA/Kemps we are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

 

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!
  

OUR CASE DOCK LABORERS MAKE:

  • $25.74 per hour

SCHEDULE: Mon. - Sat. 7:00 pm - 3:30 am or finish, with every Sunday off and a rotating day off during the week

 

BENEFITS:

  • 401(k) with company contribution*
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid vacation and holidays*
  • Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Service recognition and employee rewards*
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement*
  • Uniforms provided
  • Work for dairy farm families
Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
  • Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
  • Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
  • May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

 

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Other facts

Tech stack
Equipment Maintenance,Case Handling,Production Support,Safety Compliance,Food Safety,Documentation,Continuous Improvement,Team Communication,Physical Stamina,Problem Solving,Attention To Detail,Time Management,Hazard Identification,Regulatory Compliance,Flexibility,GMP Knowledge

About Dairy Farmers of America

At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.

As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.

We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.

We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.

At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Dairy Product Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1998

What you'll do

  • Case Dock Laborers are responsible for maintaining and cleaning equipment, handling case stacks, and ensuring production runs smoothly. They must prioritize tasks based on supervisor input and maintain a safe working environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Case Dock Laborer do at Dairy Farmers of America?

As a Case Dock Laborer at Dairy Farmers of America, you will: case Dock Laborers are responsible for maintaining and cleaning equipment, handling case stacks, and ensuring production runs smoothly. They must prioritize tasks based on supervisor input and maintain a safe working environment..

Why join Dairy Farmers of America as a Case Dock Laborer?

Dairy Farmers of America is a leading Dairy Product Manufacturing company.

Is the Case Dock Laborer position at Dairy Farmers of America remote?

The Case Dock Laborer position at Dairy Farmers of America is based in Le Mars, Iowa, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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