Logistics Tech - PM Shift at Milo's Tea Company in Birmingham, DC

Company Overview

Milo’s Tea Company is one of the fastest-growing beverage companies in the United States. Our culture and operations are built on the belief that we can make a difference in the world. That is why we put People First and strive to continually reduce our environmental impact on the planet. We leverage our world-class operations and decades-long distribution partnerships to grow the footprint of our core products and create new, innovative beverage products.

• We are the #1 and fastest-growing brand in the Refrigerated Tea Category in the nation.

• Our core mission: People and Planet First — doing good is good for business.

• We are committed to unlocking the personal genius of every associate and have a strong focus on growth and learning.

• Our company is women-led and strongly committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

• We pledge 1% of profits annually to charitable giving.

• We are Platinum Certified in Zero Waste Manufacturing: recycling, reducing, and reusing 95% of waste at all facilities.

Why You Will Love Life at Milo's

You will collaborate with a group of passionate and high-performing people, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work and feels good about the work they are doing.

As a People First company, Milo’s is committed to the success and well-being of our associates, customers, and fans, no matter their gender, race, or creed. Some of the remarkable benefits offered include:

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums for associates and families

• Free Mental Health, Financial Wellness, and Legal Counseling benefits

• 401K with company match

• Company-paid Life Insurance

• Tuition reimbursement assistance

• Continuous learning opportunities

• Robust parental leave program

• Care Relief Fund to help associates in need

• Associate Assistance Program

• Paid volunteer time

Being a Culture Champion at Milo’s

• Wear the HAT (Hungry-Agile-Together)

• Work effectively with others

• Help our TEAm achieve safety, quality, and production goals

• Interact positively, be self-aware, avoid negative commentary

• Commit to outstanding attendance

• Conduct yourself respectfully with all Milo's TEAm members

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a People First company, Milo’s is committed to uplifting our associates, customers, and fans no matter their gender, race, or creed. We invest in Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in all areas of our business ecosystem. We champion these efforts through partnerships, education, and events to support and celebrate our diverse workforce and networks.

If you require assistance or accommodation to participate in the job application process, please contact Recruiting@drinkmilos.com.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the proper movement of finished product from production to the cooler racking for storage. 

Responsibilities:

• Complete pre-shift inspection of forklifts and submit required daily inspection paperwork.
• Ensure proper rotation of product is loaded using FIFO system.
• Operate all equipment  in a safe manner including but not limited to powered or manual low-lift trucks
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness based on SQF guidelines. 
• Ensure all paperwork has been completed for pre/post shift activities.
• Log finished product in inventory when placed on cooler racks.
• Ensure assigned areas is cleaned and sanitized per SSO guidelines.
• Ensure utilization of dock locks when loading trucks.
• Ensure all forklifts are placed on charge before leaving for the day.
• Inspect loading equipment for defects and report deficiencies to management.
• Inspect trailers meet required temperature of 36 degrees before loading product.
• Assist with cycle counts, material staging, and stock transitions.
• Responsible for the distribution of product donations as requested.
• Record and process inventory transactions of all materials (inbound, outbound stock movements within the appropriate system.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Upholds and participates in all Corporate Responsibility programming including recycling, social advocacy and MMAD volunteering opportunities.
• This position has responsibilities related to Food Quality and Safety.

Supervisory:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must have the ability to read and comprehend instructions and perform basic mathematical functions.
•  A valid driver’s license and a forklift and electric pallet jack certification will be required upon job placement.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, reach with hands and arms, see, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met or that an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.