Warehouse Technician

Warehouse Technician

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings. We have recently been awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal - No. 2 Large Employer and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits annually because of our flexibility, commitment, respect and integrity, and we are looking for quality individuals to join our team. Working for a family-owned company provides you with the opportunity to wear many different "hats," make a difference every day, and have fun doing it! We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in the Reno/Sparks area and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits.

We are currently accepting applications for a Warehouse Technician at our state-of-the-art production facility in Sparks, NV (Spanish Springs). This position will work 12 hr shifts from 4:55pm-5:25am. One shift works Sunday - Tuesday and every other Saturday. The other shift works WednesdayFriday, every other Saturday. This position report to the Warehouse Supervisor and is a full-time, hourly role.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for processing inbound and outbound orders, performing inventory management practices, and verifying and recording material handling transactions. Provide support with inbound/outbound appointment management and other administrative tasks to support aspects of a distribution operation. These tasks should be done while following all safety and quality procedures and proficiently operating all material handling equipment. The Warehouse Associate must also possess a great deal of flexibility in their ability to multi-task and maintain a positive, team attitude.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include The Following. Other Duties As Assigned.

• Verify and maintain records on incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Prepare/pick shipping orders for shipment.
• Move ingredients/finished materials in and out of racking, using the electronic warehouse management system, to achieve proper first expired-first out (FEFO) / product rotation procedures.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers, completing the necessary inspection forms.
• Receive, inspect, sample, tag, and route all incoming materials. Pick, pack, load, and prepare orders for shipping.
• Complete paperwork and log information accurately (Bill of Ladings (BOL's), inbound/outbound orders, ProForma's, etc.).
• Interact with truck drivers, customers, and other CQC departments.
• Support Warehouse Lead with facilitating communication/coordination between internal customer groups and external carrier contacts to ensure attainment of service level objectives. Focusing efforts on timely pick-up/delivery and overall stakeholder satisfaction.
• Perform cleaning activities as needed.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Cover for other employees while on break/lunch and during absences as assigned.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance at work, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of industrial warehouse experience preferred, which includes forklift operation, Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience, and shipping and/or receiving experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Solochain, Microsoft Navision, Plant Control Systems, and Label Management would be helpful

Skills And Abilities:

• Lift 55 pounds on a continual basis
• Stand and walk for entire shift
• Speak, write and read in English
• Ability to perform basic math skills
• Work at heights above 10 feet and in extreme heat and cold
• Work with allergens, such as soy, milk, etc.
• Positive, can-do attitude and flexibility to perform a variety of tasks
• Multi-tasking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrate range-of-motion, strength, and physical stamina needed to safely perform the job in fast-paced work environment.
• Remain alert to safety hazards, maintain attention to stay on task, manage time effectively, and work independently and in a team to complete assigned tasks.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays)
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Match up to 5%
• Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym reimbursement, free wellness checks
• Scholarships Employee, spouse, and children
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free chocolate and coating!
• Bonus Potential Year-End and Perfect Attendance
• Double Time Pay

CQC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO Poster