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Since 1912, Phillips Distilling Company (PDC) has produced high-quality spirits and popular brands. As one of America's oldest family-owned spirits companies, we pride ourselves on our independent spirit and our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and community.
Phillips Distilling Company is currently inviting candidates to apply for a full-time Material Handler I opportunity. The candidate selected for this role will enjoy a 4-day work week, competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and paid holidays! Join the Phillips' team today and enjoy being in good spirits every day!
Schedule:Tuesday - Friday, 6:00am - 4:00pm
Starting Pay Range:
$19.50 - $22.00/Hour
Where a candidate falls within the pay range will vary based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, education, skills and experience.
This position is responsible for performing end-of-line production duties and picking customer orders in the warehouse safely, accurately, and efficiently to contribute to meeting the Company's mission of developing and marketing high-quality brands and running best-in-class operations.
Qualification Requirements:
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions:
• Picks orders safely, accurately, and quickly, which includes:
• Following the pick slip report to determine product location
• Planning route and order of product picking to gather cases efficiently and maintain layer discipline in stacking so as not to damage any of the stock.
• Completing pick slip report and other documentation appropriately.
• Operating a forklift to remove product from stacks.
• Using RF scanner to scan pallet to order and verify product identification.
• Securing product on pallet for shipping using shrink-wrap.
• Stage picked product at loading dock for order pick-up.
• Performs end-of-line production duties which includes:
• Removing full pallets of product from the end of line using a forklift.
• Securing product on pallets using shrink-wrapper.
• Ensuring proper documentation of transfer and product identification.
• Entering the product location on the EOL sheet and transferring that location onto the master production sheet.
• Locating space in the warehouse for new product and transferring product to intended location using a pallet jack.
• Maintaining a supply of good empty pallets for the EOL activity, making sure that the palletizer magazine is kept supplied.
• Using system reports to consolidate like items into fewer Warehouse locations.
• Completes all appropriate paperwork neatly and accurately.
• Operates a forklift safely and competently as well as maintain the forklift and batteries.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Works in a safe and courteous manner while abiding by the Company's safety policies and procedures.
• Assists with loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
• Maintains clean equipment and a clean working environment.
• Communicates regularly with shipper and other Forklift Operators to work as a team.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Must be able to operate a forklift to move, stack, load, or unload materials in and about facility in a safe and competent manner.
• Ability to calculate different units of measurement to fulfill case quantities.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and be diligent in following picking processes.
• Ability to read and write English and perform basic math.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate RF Gun.
• Must have good communication skills, the ability to work well with others, and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to use deductive reasoning in troubleshooting to solve work-related problems.
Commitment to Safety and Continuous Improvement:
• Must be able to work in a safe and courteous manner while abiding by the Company's safety policies and procedures and assisting with eliminating and/or controlling safety hazards.
• Must have the ability to work and participate in an environment that expects all employees to support wellness, safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
• Must have the ability to participate in and support Continuous Improvement; including process improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities.
Minimum Requirements of Education, Training and Experience:
Once hired must complete and pass forklift operator certification qualifications. High school diploma or equivalent desired.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis during each shift and tolerate moderate heat.
Other Considerations:The intent of this job description is not to state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties that will be performed. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Phillips Distilling Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider all qualified individuals for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors.
Benefits Overview:
PDC offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans to meet individual/family needs.
• Financial Well-being: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and health savings accounts (HSAs).
• Income Protection: Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Includes 9 paid holidays, annual PTO accrual, bereavement leave, and parental leave
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• Wellness Program: Incentives and resources to support physical and mental well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential access to counseling, financial & legal planning, estate planning, wellness resources, and more to support employees and their families.
• Bonus Potential: Annual bonus opportunities based on individual and/or company performance.