Shipping Specialist

Ruiz Foods has been family owned since 1964, is one of the largest Hispanic-owned companies in the country and is the proud maker of two #1 brands: El Monterey frozen Mexican food and Tornados roller grill taquitos in grocery stores and convenience stores across the US and Canada.

Are you looking for career development opportunities in an exciting company that cares about its team members and consumers alike? Come join our team and help us continue our industry-leading track record of growth, quality, and delicious food!      

COMPENSATION: $19.91 - $26.88/hr +$0.75/hr DOE

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Document information on pick list reports, cycle count reports, and truck loading manifest, as
  required.
• Maintain telephone and radio contact with Packaging, Production, and Maintenance departments
  in order to effectively communicate product shipments and receipts.• Receive, route and ship materials, documenting product locations, as necessary.
• Operate forklift to move boxes and equipment located in the warehouse.
• Count all items on list generated by Inventory Control. 
• Enter shipment information into the system, as necessary or dictated by the supervisor.
• Maintain a sound client/customer relationship to foster customer satisfaction with RFP quality
  service.
• Maintain knowledge understanding USDA, QA and HACCP rules.
• Regular and dependable attendance and punctuality is an essential function of this position.
• All other duties, assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Good attendance record.
• must have basic experience in operating a forklift.
• Good math and writing skills.
• Must be able to follow directions and have good communication skills. 

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Ruiz Foods is an American food production and service company based in Dinuba, California, founded in 1964 by Louis Ruiz and his son, Fred. As of April 2010, it was the top seller of frozen Mexican dishes in the US and Canada. Under the brand names of El Monterey and Tornados it produces around 200 frozen Mexican foods for grocery stores throughout the US and Canada. These foods include burritos, taquitos, enchiladas, and tamales. Ruiz Foods' main 300,000 sq ft (28,000 m) manufacturing facility meets the needs of the Eastern and Midwestern US with two more facilities in Texas.