Receiving operator job description
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Example receiving operator requirements on a job description
Receiving operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in receiving operator job postings.
Sample receiving operator requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Forklift certification
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience in receiving warehouse operations
Sample required receiving operator soft skills
- Strong communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work in a team environment
Receiving operator job description example 1
Diamond Pet Foods receiving operator job description
Mill Receiving
Department: Warehouse
Reports To: Shift Supervisor
Job Scope: The mill receiving personnel are responsible to receive the ingredients Diamond Pet
Foods requires for production. They document the pounds of ingredients received, maintain running
inventories, and verify that the ingredients are within specification.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed indoor with operating equipment and loud noise such
as forklift horns and may be lose particle. Work performed in this job require employee to wear
bump cap, hearing protection and safety glasses at all time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Follow proper testing protocols for incoming ingredients, including sieve, NJR, mycrotoxins,
and moisture testing.
• Become proficient of the plant infrastructure for ingredient storage, including legs, drags,
and holding bins.
o Operating yard-dog and railcar mover, as well as spotting trailers and railcars.
• Scale trucks in and out according to policy.
• Follow protocols for maintaining accurate ingredient inventories and communicating potential
shortages.
• Perform batching operations when required.
• Perform and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Working overtime is MANDATORY and requires full participation.
o Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance to company policy.
• Perform all functions in accordance with sound safety practices and procedure.
• Report all safety violations and safety hazards to Safety Manager immediately
• Participate in all safety program
•
Additional Job Duties:
• May perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
• Must have ability to work under pressure, maintaining a positive, professional attitude with
employees and truck drivers.
• Must have ability to accept temporary assignment changes to assist other areas of the plant.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds of product routinely, and climbing a ladder to
maintenance equipment from a catwalk.
• Must be certified to operate forklifts.
• Must maintain assigned portion of master sanitation schedule.
• Must work in a safe, professional manner at all times.
• Must report accidents or property damage to supervisor immediately.
Other Qualifications
o Must have excellent communication skills to communicate with other employees and
supervisors.
0 Flexibility to be available to help cover for other employees when call upon.
• Ability to read bin level and work schedule
OTHER
o As an absolute condition of employment, employee are required upon offer of employment to
sign an authorization to release information for a background check and take a pre-employment
physical designated by Diamond Pet Food, which include drug test, hearing test and lifting exam.
Diamond Pet Foods will pay for the examination. Satisfactory clearance to perform essential job
functions will be required for employment.
• The statement contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to
describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically require,
and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work
requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including working other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the work load.
Department: Warehouse
Reports To: Shift Supervisor
Job Scope: The mill receiving personnel are responsible to receive the ingredients Diamond Pet
Foods requires for production. They document the pounds of ingredients received, maintain running
inventories, and verify that the ingredients are within specification.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed indoor with operating equipment and loud noise such
as forklift horns and may be lose particle. Work performed in this job require employee to wear
bump cap, hearing protection and safety glasses at all time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Follow proper testing protocols for incoming ingredients, including sieve, NJR, mycrotoxins,
and moisture testing.
• Become proficient of the plant infrastructure for ingredient storage, including legs, drags,
and holding bins.
o Operating yard-dog and railcar mover, as well as spotting trailers and railcars.
• Scale trucks in and out according to policy.
• Follow protocols for maintaining accurate ingredient inventories and communicating potential
shortages.
• Perform batching operations when required.
• Perform and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Working overtime is MANDATORY and requires full participation.
o Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance to company policy.
• Perform all functions in accordance with sound safety practices and procedure.
• Report all safety violations and safety hazards to Safety Manager immediately
• Participate in all safety program
•
Additional Job Duties:
• May perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
• Must have ability to work under pressure, maintaining a positive, professional attitude with
employees and truck drivers.
• Must have ability to accept temporary assignment changes to assist other areas of the plant.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds of product routinely, and climbing a ladder to
maintenance equipment from a catwalk.
• Must be certified to operate forklifts.
• Must maintain assigned portion of master sanitation schedule.
• Must work in a safe, professional manner at all times.
• Must report accidents or property damage to supervisor immediately.
Other Qualifications
o Must have excellent communication skills to communicate with other employees and
supervisors.
0 Flexibility to be available to help cover for other employees when call upon.
• Ability to read bin level and work schedule
OTHER
o As an absolute condition of employment, employee are required upon offer of employment to
sign an authorization to release information for a background check and take a pre-employment
physical designated by Diamond Pet Food, which include drug test, hearing test and lifting exam.
Diamond Pet Foods will pay for the examination. Satisfactory clearance to perform essential job
functions will be required for employment.
• The statement contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to
describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically require,
and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work
requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including working other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the work load.
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Receiving operator job description example 2
Mars receiving operator job description
The primary role of the Receiving Operator safely and efficiently tests, collects, samples and unloads all incoming raw ingredients. This process supports the manufacturing of high-quality pet food that meets or exceeds all specifications set by Mars Pet Care US.
Shift:
Must be able to work a 12-hour rotational shift.
What are we looking for?
* Individuals who are motivated to help others and work on your own initiative
* Meets and exceeds expected levels of production and quality
* Can work methodically and meet deadlines
* Problem solving/troubleshooting as necessary
* Performs a variety of tasks related to our operations as needed
* Strong math, communication, reading and writing skills
What will be your key responsibilities?
* Testing, collecting, unloading and sampling of all incoming raw materials
* Responsible for communicating and escalating any quality and food safety concerns to site management.
* Understand and execute major bin strategy
* Ability to operate machinery such as a forklift and Track-mobile
* Maintain a safe and clean work environment to promote associate safety and product integrity/Wet and dry receiving area sanitation
* Other duties as assigned
Additional Responsibilities:
* Assist Warehouse/Shipping functions as needed and available.
* Participate in site safety program and actively look for ways to improve site and area safety.
* Other similar duties as assigned.
Physical/Environmental Requirements
* Must not be afraid of heights and capable of working at elevated heights
* Must not be sensitive to chemicals
* Vision correctable to 20/20 (contact lenses not recommended).
* Must be able to stand on your feet on a concrete floor for long periods of time.
* Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, uniform, etc.)
* Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting to 55 lbs.
* Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust, dirt and chemicals
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
* Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently
Minimum Qualifications
* Be 18 years of age or older
* Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent education
* Basic knowledge of personal computers through demonstrated competency in software including MS Office and email
* Must be willing and able to work rotating schedules.
* Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language
* High Level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge, with good skills in troubleshooting and problem solving
* Most recent Performance appraisal with a minimum of "Meets" expectations and not more than 1 year old.
* No active disciplinary notices.
* Acceptable attendance (less than 5 incidents and no discipline above an Initial Warning)
High school diploma and 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is desired, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
* An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Shift:
Must be able to work a 12-hour rotational shift.
What are we looking for?
* Individuals who are motivated to help others and work on your own initiative
* Meets and exceeds expected levels of production and quality
* Can work methodically and meet deadlines
* Problem solving/troubleshooting as necessary
* Performs a variety of tasks related to our operations as needed
* Strong math, communication, reading and writing skills
What will be your key responsibilities?
* Testing, collecting, unloading and sampling of all incoming raw materials
* Responsible for communicating and escalating any quality and food safety concerns to site management.
* Understand and execute major bin strategy
* Ability to operate machinery such as a forklift and Track-mobile
* Maintain a safe and clean work environment to promote associate safety and product integrity/Wet and dry receiving area sanitation
* Other duties as assigned
Additional Responsibilities:
* Assist Warehouse/Shipping functions as needed and available.
* Participate in site safety program and actively look for ways to improve site and area safety.
* Other similar duties as assigned.
Physical/Environmental Requirements
* Must not be afraid of heights and capable of working at elevated heights
* Must not be sensitive to chemicals
* Vision correctable to 20/20 (contact lenses not recommended).
* Must be able to stand on your feet on a concrete floor for long periods of time.
* Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, uniform, etc.)
* Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting to 55 lbs.
* Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust, dirt and chemicals
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
* Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently
Minimum Qualifications
* Be 18 years of age or older
* Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent education
* Basic knowledge of personal computers through demonstrated competency in software including MS Office and email
* Must be willing and able to work rotating schedules.
* Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language
* High Level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge, with good skills in troubleshooting and problem solving
* Most recent Performance appraisal with a minimum of "Meets" expectations and not more than 1 year old.
* No active disciplinary notices.
* Acceptable attendance (less than 5 incidents and no discipline above an Initial Warning)
High school diploma and 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is desired, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
* An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
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Receiving operator job description example 3
Enviva receiving operator job description
The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.
Enviva is seeking a Vessel Operator to support our port operations.
Responsibilities
Receiving
* Receive pellets into the port, record data to ensure accurate billing
* Ensure safety of scale area and that loads meet safety criteria
* Keep scale and ramps clean and free of debris
* Communicate in a professional, courteous manner with our supplier
* Operate shuttle wagon as directed (Port of Wilmington)
Quality
* Collect samples and test finished goods delivered by truck and/or rail
* Maintain QA/QC records and follow Quality Standard Operating Procedures
* Analyze equipment performance and make necessary adjustments and equipment changes to produce desired throughput and quality results
Housekeeping
* Keep area generally neat and orderly
* Operate mobile equipment such as Bobcat and Lull to move dust collection bags
* Keep area clean of accumulated dust
* Follow all workplace and job safety procedures
General
* Complete safety certification as required for the position
* Communicate operational information as required
* Enter maintenance work requests as applicable
* Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution
* Perform other duties as required and serve as a back-up resource as needed
Qualifications
* High school diploma or able to complete GED requirements with six months of hire
* Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude
* Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions
* Proficient in mathematics and measurement
* Team player demonstrated with past work experience or activities
* Ability to work multiple shift schedules to support 24x7 operations
Working Conditions
* Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
* Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
* Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.
Physical Requirements
* Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
* Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
* Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
EEO Statement
Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.
Enviva is seeking a Vessel Operator to support our port operations.
Responsibilities
Receiving
* Receive pellets into the port, record data to ensure accurate billing
* Ensure safety of scale area and that loads meet safety criteria
* Keep scale and ramps clean and free of debris
* Communicate in a professional, courteous manner with our supplier
* Operate shuttle wagon as directed (Port of Wilmington)
Quality
* Collect samples and test finished goods delivered by truck and/or rail
* Maintain QA/QC records and follow Quality Standard Operating Procedures
* Analyze equipment performance and make necessary adjustments and equipment changes to produce desired throughput and quality results
Housekeeping
* Keep area generally neat and orderly
* Operate mobile equipment such as Bobcat and Lull to move dust collection bags
* Keep area clean of accumulated dust
* Follow all workplace and job safety procedures
General
* Complete safety certification as required for the position
* Communicate operational information as required
* Enter maintenance work requests as applicable
* Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution
* Perform other duties as required and serve as a back-up resource as needed
Qualifications
* High school diploma or able to complete GED requirements with six months of hire
* Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude
* Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions
* Proficient in mathematics and measurement
* Team player demonstrated with past work experience or activities
* Ability to work multiple shift schedules to support 24x7 operations
Working Conditions
* Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
* Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
* Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.
Physical Requirements
* Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
* Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
* Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
EEO Statement
Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024