Warehouse Operator

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal.  ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize.  The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

The primary responsibility of the Operator 1 is to operate a fork truck in all capacities; including but not limited to production lines, stock rotation, transit to and from Cooperage, re-warehousing and handling inbound materials. Properly loads trucks to assure minimum damage to sugar in transit. Takes packaged sugar inventory in conjunction with supervision. Unloads and counts returned pallets. Unloads pallet trucks. Notifies Foreman of any truck which may be unacceptable by company loading standards. Prepares necessary papers and obtains such signatures and information as required by standard company authority. Turns in completed papers to proper authority. Reworks partial pallets and damaged pallets. Performs other duties as directed by supervisor. Performs all work in a manner which complies with all safety practices and sanitation standards.

(NOTE: The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements involved in the job.)

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for proper and safe stacking and unstacking of pallet loads of sugar exercising care to prevent damage to packages or pallets.
• Responsible for assuring shipment of proper grade and quantity as specified with minimum supervision.      

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide with reasonable competence.
• Must be proficient in the proper and safe operations of a fork lift truck.
• Must exercise proper judgment as to the stability of pallets when stacking.
• Proficient in proper loading procedures.
• The Operator is required to climb in and out of lift truck and may occasionally climb stairs.
• Upper extremity function is needed for grasping, pushing, pulling and lifting. Lifting requirements are:
• 1 – 10 lbs constantly
• 10 – 20 lbs frequently
• 20 – 50 lbs occasionally
• The Operator is required to have the visual and physical capability to operate the fork lift truck accurately.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking & Decision Making – Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion.
• Business & Financial Acumen – Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
• Effective Communication – Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
• Customer Orientation – Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times.  Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs.  Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
• Establishes Trust – Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrious and vulnerable.
• Problem-Solving – Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
• Results Orientation & Accountability – Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
• Change Management – Achieves success through change: identifies opportunities for improvement and innovation, removes barriers and resistance, and enables behaviors that support desired outcomes.
• Develops Others – Plans for the growth of others, diligently addressing performance issues and conflicts, both at the individual and organizational level with the purpose of achieving results through the activities of other people.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands company's short and long-term priorities and aligns department priorities and behavior around achievement of those objectives.

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Baltimore, MD

HOURLY RATE: $30.87

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.  

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.