Relief Operator bei Maola Local Dairies

Why you will love working at Maola:

• Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead—investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future.
• Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products.
• We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more—available within your first month.
• Our employees are an integral part of who we are — what you do and what you think matters.

SUMMARY: The Finished Goods Loader is responsible for loading and unloading finished products from the production lines onto vehicles, such as trucks and trailers, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. The role requires coordination with the production team, strict adherence to safety protocols, and maintaining a clean and organized loading area. This position plays a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of the supply chain in a manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safely and efficiently load finished goods onto trucks and other vehicles for shipment, ensuring proper placement and securing loads.
• Unload incoming finished goods or supplies from vehicles and move them to designated areas.
• Verify finished goods against shipping orders to ensure accuracy and quality before loading.
• Inspect products for visible damage or defects and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment to move products safely.
• Assist in tracking inventory levels of finished goods, ensuring accurate documentation in the system.
• Drive trailers around the yard, back out, and pull trailers into milk bays.
• Organize and store finished goods in the warehouse according to established procedures.
• Ensure that products are stored safely and orderly to avoid damage.
• Communicate with production to align daily loading schedules and priorities.
• Coordinate with drivers to ensure timely pick-up and delivery of finished goods.
• Adhere to all safety standards and protocols while operating equipment and handling finished goods.
• Perform routine inspections of loading equipment and report any maintenance needs or safety hazards.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, including those related to quality control and health and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in the loading and shipping areas.
• Regularly inspect and clean equipment used for loading and unloading.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• At least a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
  • Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels – oral, written, visual, and non-verbal – ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.
• Accountability
  • Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.
  • Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur.
• Customer Focused
  • Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
  • Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
• Initiative
  • Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
  • Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
• Problem-Solving
  • Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
  • Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
• Collaboration
  • Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
  • Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each person’s contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment may require working in the cooler room with varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids.
• Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high. Wet/slippery work conditions.

Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk, cream, butter, and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality, freshness, and love for the environment, Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola, please visit www.maolamilk.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.