Receiving / Warehouse Associate

Job Title: Receiving/Warehouse Associate
This warehouse position is responsible for operating an electric pallet jack or forklift, selecting the correct products from warehouse racking, product labeling, palletizing product as it is selected to build kitchen work orders, and delivering product to the kitchen in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities:
Safely operate an electric pallet jack or forklift, to transport product pallets.
Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, including but not limited to pallet jack, WMS unit and personal protective equipment. Perform pre and post-trip inspections, and safely operate all mechanical equipment.
Hand select orders within various warehouse environments of fluctuating temperatures, including Dry, Cooler, and Freezer
Create and print labels; correctly place labels on product
Operate Warehouse Waste Management System.
Stack product on pallets in accordance with proper selecting procedures (for example, no stacking heavy-on-light, labels facing out, etc.).
Pack Stack cooked to chill products on pallets, correctly placed ID labels on product to be staged in designated locations.
Stage pallets for storage or distribution to kitchen locations.
Shrink-wrap product on loading dock.
Cleans within various warehouse environments of fluctuating temperatures, including Dry, Cooler, Freezer and the Kitchen.
Follow Meals on Wheels' policies and work procedures at all times, and immediately advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions.
Diligently follow sanitation requirements in order to comply with Company food safety policies and the Department of Aging and Adult Services, and Public Health Department.
Attend all required company meetings.
Requirements:
Must be 18+ years of age
Able to read, write and communicate effectively in English, as it relates to this job and the safety regulations
Due to some required driving, a valid drivers license is required.
Preferred Requirements:
At least 6 months warehouse experience
At least 6 months experience safely operating an electric pallet jack and forklift as a certified driver.
Previous experience in a food service warehouse environment.
Competencies:
Strong workplace and food safety awareness.
Adaptability and flexibility in regards to duties that need to be completed in a warehouse setting.
Successfully managing job duties, while operating apart from a supervisor in a warehouse setting.
Organizational and time management skills.
Benefits:
The position is non-exempt, and currently scheduled as a full time role, Monday through Friday; occasionally scheduled Saturday or Sunday, or with overtime.
Benefits include:
Company paid health, dental and vision insurance for employees, and 50% for dependents.
Paid vacation and sick time.
403(b) retirement plan, with 3% company contribution after +0 days.
Paid 30-minute meal break per shift.
Company provided food for the meal break. Read more