Warehouse Technician

About Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor on-site in Ogden Utah

Responsibilities

• The ability to communicate within the department and keep things orderly, flowing, and guide with planning and procurement 
• Move product by driving a sit-down forklift
• Keep files of goods shipped by preparing regular shipping reports for the manager
• Keep the warehouse organized and ensure merchandise within the warehouse is properly boxed and stored goods are in their designated location 
• Practice customer service when interacting with other companies and clients and see to it all external parties receive a positive interaction with the company 
• Verify all incoming shipments to be accurate by comparing the invoice to order and ensuring all goods are in acceptable condition 
• Work with the shipping/receiving clerks to see that all paperwork is handled promptly, and goods are shipped/received and stored properly 
• Schedule shipments with partner trucking companies per the instructions of the Shipping Supervisor
• Support the warehouse supervisor in their absence.
• Observe all Safety rules and promote a safe working environment with team members.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

• Must be 18 years or older with the ability to read, write and speak English specific to work instructions including but not limited to safety purposes  
• High school, GED, or equivalent diploma required 
• Experience with ERP database software  
• Forklift experience required    
• One to two years’ Lead experience  
• Four to five years working in a warehouse setting   
• Must have flexibility with the variety of work responsibilities available  
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force at times and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body 
• Ability to work in cold and hot environments (approximately 38F-80F degrees)  
• Ability to repeat motions that may include use of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, and standing or sitting for prolonged periods (average 8-12 hours) 
• Skill in organization, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Excellent leadership, team building, and management skills to encourage and mentor staff

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.