Warehouse Operator

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.

We have an opening Warehouse Operators. Responsible for operating material handling equipment to move finished product to and from warehouse and trucks. Equipment may include, but not limited to, power lifting equipment and scan guns. Responsible for performing all required operating procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Required to perform some or all of the following: load, unload, and pick orders while maintaining accuracy of inventory records.
• Must follow all SOP procedures and complete required documentation/checklists. Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve products, services, or processes.
• Maintains area cleanliness, reports leaking or out of spec product and participate in waste reduction efforts.
• Follow all Safety requirements to include, Housekeeping, Lock Out/Tag Out, PPE and engage in facility safety efforts.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, NYSDA, PMO, FDA, and assist in maintaining SQF readiness, and HACCP.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 0-2 years manufacturing and/or warehouse experience
• Must be able to operate forklifts, pallet jacks (manual/electric)
• Must be able to work in varied temperature ranges

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Expectations:

• Performs reasonable job related as requested.
• Meets departmental productivity standards.
• Actively participates in Continuous Improvement efforts.
• Adheres to Company Policy and Procedures.
• Ability to meet qualification card training plans.
• Perform all job duties in a safe and compliant manner.
• Operate in varied temperature ranges.
• Ability to be flexible within the work area to operate various production equipment.
• Engages in open communication with a growth mindset, maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.

Pay: $18-20/hr.*

* The salary range listed for this position represents the good faith and reasonable minimum and maximum pay for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, training, knowledge, education, and overall qualifications. The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.