Brite-to-Brite Utility

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby's, Aunt Nellie's, READ, Seneca Farms, Green Valley, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable), CherryMan, Paradise, Pennant, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.

Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! Come join the Seneca Foods team - Apply now!

Job Overview:

In the position of Brite-to-Brite Utility at Seneca Foods, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and ecient operation of our warehouse. You will be responsible for running de-palletizer, dud detection equipment and palletizer, as well as safely operating a forklift to move, load, and unload materials and products. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will be vital in maintaining our high standards. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, able to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision. Additionally, they should be self-motivated and trustworthy, seeking long-term employment with opportunities for growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Brite-to-Brite:

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  Inspect brite products for quality and accuracy.

  
  
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  Record and report any discrepancies or quality issues.

  
  

Utility Duties:

• Handles reclaim of damaged products.
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  Support warehouse operations by unloading rail cars.

  
  
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  Assist with packing, palletizing, and organizing materials.

  
  
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  Perform general housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

  
  

Equipment Operation:

• Operate or learn to operate the Can De-palletizer, Dud Detection, Auto Stacker, and P244 inventory system.
• Perform basic maintenance, equipment changeovers between various can sizes, and cleaning of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor equipment issues.

Team Support & Flexibility:

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  Collaborate with warehouse staff and supervisors to meet operational goals.

  
  
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  Take initiative and assist in other warehouse areas as directed.

  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Forklift Operation:

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  Ability to train and certify as a forklift operator.

  
  
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  Current forklift license and certification preferred.

  
  

Physical Requirements:

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  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.

  
  
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  Comfortable with extended periods of standing, walking, lifting, and bending.

  
  
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  Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

  
  

Knowledge and Skills:

• Familiarity with, or possess the ability to learn,the layout of warehouses at Payette.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, Seneca's brite coding systems and inventory scanners.
• Strong focus on safety and quality control.

Work Ethic and Adaptability:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attendance, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
• Takes initiative and proactively seeks to improve processes and learn new skills.
• Values accountability and strives for continual self-improvement.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Comfortable working both in a team environment and independently.
• Eective written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with overtime as needed based on production demandsand customer requirements.

Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at ADA@senecafoods.com or call 585-495-4100.