Palletizer Operator (Conversion)

Are you looking to catapult your career by driving high-impact transformation with household brands?  Do you crave an entrepreneurial, fast paced, and engaging growth assignment working with incredible people from across the globe?

At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, we are excited to start a new chapter of accelerated growth as part of Froneri – a global pure-play ice cream leader. Come help us transform DGIC into the #1 ice cream brand! With nearly 100 years of winning experience in the U.S, a robust portfolio of powerhouse brands that consumers know and love such as Häagen-Dazs, Drumstick, Dreyer’s & Edy’s, and the backing and coaching of European-based ice cream experts, we know we have the winning recipe.

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, the Bay Area’s hub for up-and-coming food trends, our teams across our offices and factories are raising the bar on all things ice cream. We are investing in significant capital expansions to grow our Operations and Supply chain and are transforming how we work at every level to become agile, accelerate growth and elevate our quality. With a renewed focus on frozen treats, our tight-knit team of ambitious innovators are fully immersed in the business and encouraged to flex and make decisions quickly. We are committed to pursuing every great idea and delivering the best ice cream experience for our consumers, when and where they want it.

Unleash your potential at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream and discover what a sweet career we have in store for you.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Palletizer Operator is responsible for the efficient and safe handling, stacking, and movement of finished goods and raw materials within the facility. This position requires operating a forklift or a pallet jack, depending on environment while monitoring, and/or manually assisting automated palletizing machinery or manually building pallets. The operator ensures that products are properly prepared for storage, loading, and shipment, adhering to all safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities 

• Palletizing Operations


• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot automated palletizing equipment, including wrapping and labeling systems, ensuring continuous product flow.


• Manually stack cases onto pallets according to specified patterns and quantity requirements, maintaining high quality and accuracy.


• Inspect pallets for damage and ensure they meet safety and quality standards before use.


• Verify product codes, quantities, and labels match work orders and quality specifications.


• Maintain a clean and organized work area around the palletizer and staging zones.


• Perform basic preventative maintenance checks and minor adjustments on the palletizing machine, reporting mechanical issues promptly.


• Forklift Operations and Material Handling


• Safely operate a forklift to move finished goods from the production line to the designated staging or storage areas.


• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks.


• Retrieve and transport materials, and supplies from storage areas to palletizing.


• Perform daily pre-operation checks on forklift and complete inspection logs.


• Stack and organize finished goods and materials in the warehouse, utilizing vertical space efficiently while maintaining safe aisle clearances.


• Adhere to strict material traceability and inventory control procedures.


• Safety and Compliance


• Comply with all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.


• Maintain current certification for forklift operation and demonstrate safe driving practices at all times.


• Report all accidents, near-misses, and safety hazards immediately to a supervisor.

• Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values


• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and twist for extended periods, and perform repetitive motions.


• Lifting Capacity: Ability to manually lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. frequently.


• Availability: Must be able to work flexible hours, including shifts, overtime, and weekends as required by production schedules.

Skills and Competencies 

• Strong commitment to safety procedures and quality assurance protocols.


• Excellent hand eye coordination and awareness for safe and efficient forklift operation.


• Basic mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting palletizer equipment.


• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions and safety documentation in English.


• Attention to detail regarding stacking patterns, product counts, and inventory paperwork.

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES: Must consistently showcase the desired behaviors that represent our Core Values.

 We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish


• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail


• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations


• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment


• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations


• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve


• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business


• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives


• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

WORK ENVIRONMENT

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced. 

• Cold Temperatures: Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.




• Requires use of cold-protective PPE.


• May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.




• Fast-Paced: Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.




• High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.




• Standing for Long Hours: Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.




• Repetitive hand and arm movements required.


• Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.




• Food Safety Regulations: Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).


• Team-Oriented: Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.   

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees is $27.12 per year, with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable depending on company performance).

We offer a comprehensive group benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.