High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred in relevant fields.
5+ years experience in warehouse/distribution, including 1-2 years in a supervisory role.
Experience in food, produce, grocery, or perishable-goods distribution strongly preferred.
Proficiency in PC skills, particularly in CRM, ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and email.
Ability to read, speak, and write English required; bilingual is a plus.
Responsibilities
Direct day-to-day warehouse functions and order staging with WMS and RF systems.
Oversee night loading assignments ensuring proper weight distribution and USDA guidelines.
Ensure strict product rotation using FIFO criteria to minimize waste and enhance inventory flow.
Collaborate with dispatch and transportation on accurate, timely shipping tasks.
Audit orders pre-shipment for accuracy and maintain optimal warehouse organization.
Enforce compliance with food safety guidelines and Good Warehouse Practices standards.
Lead warehouse sanitation and safety efforts, including inspections and accident investigations.
Benefits
Health & Welfare Benefits after 90 days of employment.
Medical & Dental coverage with a 75%/25% cost split.
Paid Time Off and recognized holidays.
401(k) plan with a 4% company match after 1 year.
Weekly pay schedule.
Career advancement opportunities within the company.
Employee purchase program and on-site fuel program.
Full Job Description
Essential Functions:
Direct and manage day-to-day PM warehouse functions, order selection, and staging using WMS and RF scanning systems.
Oversee night loading assignments, ensuring proper pallet building, weight distribution, and adherence to USDA stacking guidelines (e.g., separating conventional vs. organic products).
Ensure strict product rotation using FIFO criteria to optimize inventory flow, minimize damage, mis-picks, and product waste.
Support and collaborate with the PM Dispatch and Transportation teams on daily tasks, route staging, and system-shipping orders to ensure accurate, on-time departures.
Reconcile orders prior to shipment, audit loads for accuracy, and maintain warehouse organization for maximum shipping accessibility.
Enforce Good Warehouse Practices (GWPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and strict food safety guidelines.
Inspect outbound vehicles and temperature-sensitive areas to prevent contamination and maintain strict cold-chain compliance.
Direct PM warehouse sanitation efforts to maintain a clean, safe, and orderly facility.
Lead and promote a strong safety culture in partnership with the Safety Department, conducting routine inspections, associate observations, and accident investigations to determine root cause.
Oversee material handling equipment (MHE) usage and maintenance, ensuring team members operate forklifts, pallet jacks, lift-gates, and ramps safely and correctly.
Ensure full compliance with company policies, food safety requirements, and OSHA/DOT standards.
Recruit, train, coach, and manage PM warehouse personnel, fostering high morale, top performance, and accountability.
Help maintain contingency protocols to eliminate business disruptions during night shifts.
Maintain, organize, written employee training, performance improvement guidance, and discipline records in coordination with Human Resources and General Counsel & CAO.
Competencies:
Start-Up Smart (willing to do what's needed whenever and wherever needed)
Highly resourceful (stretches people and money; compresses time)
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills (high EQ)
Innovative and creative thinking (need fresh thinking)
Listening skills (listen first, then respond)
Complex problem-solving skills (create options, then coverage)
Organized and attention-to-detail approach (strong tactical execution)
Education, and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, logistics, management, or a related equivalent preferred.
5+ years of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment, with at least 1- 2 year's experience in a supervisory/management role.
Experience in food, produce, grocery, or perishable-goods distribution strongly preferred.
Proficient PC skills in CRM and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems- Produce Pro, Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), and common E Mail systems.
Must be able to read, speak, and write English satisfactorily, bilingual a plus.
Compensation:
$ 85,000 - $100,000/Year (Based on experience)
Schedule:
Sunday - Friday (Off on Saturdays)
Start Time: 6:00pm
Physical Demands:
Work in cold and wet cooler conditions for extended periods of time
Stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
Occasionally lift up to 50lbs
Benefits:
Health & Welfare Benefits - 90 days of employment
Medical & Dental (75%/25%)
Paid Time Off
Holidays
401(k) with 4% Company Match - eligible after 1 year of employment
