Michael Foods
Distribution Operator 1- 1st Shift 7AM-7PM (12-Hour Shifts, 2-2-3 Schedule)
Michael Foods, Norwalk, Iowa, United States, 50211
Distribution Operator 1- 1st Shift 7AM-7PM (12‑Hour Shifts, 2‑2‑3 Schedule)
Join the Michael Foods team as a Distribution Operator for the 1st Shift (7AM-7PM), operating on a 12‑hour shift with a 2‑2‑3 schedule.
Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. is located in Norwalk, Iowa, a suburb in the Des Moines metropolitan area. The facility produces high‑quality precooked egg patties and various French Toast products.
Responsibilities
Operate forklifts and other industrial vehicles to move materials to and from proper storage areas in a frozen warehouse environment.
Maintain compliance with Safety work rules and reinforce Safety as a Core Value.
Ensure all policies, procedures and activities related to Food Safety & Quality are followed.
Follow company Power Industrial Truck Policy and Procedures; conduct inspections and dock inspections safely.
Ship and receive products damage‑free, completing quality reassurance checks.
Complete all documents and paperwork accurately.
Fill customer orders accurately following special instructions.
Work closely with office staff to resolve discrepancies and issues.
Keep the warehouse organized, clean, and pallets off the floor in bins.
Promote teamwork and positive communication within and between teams.
Assume personal responsibility for a safe and healthy workplace, adhering to all safety policies.
Adhere to GMPs, maintain sanitary conditions, and report any conditions that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Certification is preferred but not required at hire; all operators receive MFI‑approved P.I.T. training/certification at start of employment.
Effective reading, writing, and speaking in English.
Strong math and analytical skills.
Ability to analyze situations and make decisions that benefit the company while safeguarding employee health and well‑being.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of six months experience in a palletized warehouse environment preferred.
Good interpersonal skills.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. is located in Norwalk, Iowa, a suburb in the Des Moines metropolitan area. The facility produces high‑quality precooked egg patties and various French Toast products.
Responsibilities
Operate forklifts and other industrial vehicles to move materials to and from proper storage areas in a frozen warehouse environment.
Maintain compliance with Safety work rules and reinforce Safety as a Core Value.
Ensure all policies, procedures and activities related to Food Safety & Quality are followed.
Follow company Power Industrial Truck Policy and Procedures; conduct inspections and dock inspections safely.
Ship and receive products damage‑free, completing quality reassurance checks.
Complete all documents and paperwork accurately.
Fill customer orders accurately following special instructions.
Work closely with office staff to resolve discrepancies and issues.
Keep the warehouse organized, clean, and pallets off the floor in bins.
Promote teamwork and positive communication within and between teams.
Assume personal responsibility for a safe and healthy workplace, adhering to all safety policies.
Adhere to GMPs, maintain sanitary conditions, and report any conditions that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Certification is preferred but not required at hire; all operators receive MFI‑approved P.I.T. training/certification at start of employment.
Effective reading, writing, and speaking in English.
Strong math and analytical skills.
Ability to analyze situations and make decisions that benefit the company while safeguarding employee health and well‑being.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of six months experience in a palletized warehouse environment preferred.
Good interpersonal skills.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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