Warehouse Associate - First Shift

Warehouse Associate

Ditsch USA creates memorable pretzel experiences! We bake artisan pretzels available for both food service and retail markets. As a leading producer of pretzels, we are committed to freshness and providing clean-label products. The quality of our irresistible products comes from more than 100 years of experience and craftsmanship in the ART OF PRETZEL MAKING!

We seek those who want to learn and grow within our organization. Ditsch USA offers development options to add to your skill set and open new opportunities for you within our organization. At Ditsch USA you will find a welcoming, safe, and team-orientated environment.

As a Warehouse Associate you are responsible for performing an array of duties such as receiving, processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock, assist in cycle counting and physical inventories as needed, loading FTL, LTL and parcel order and other duties assigned. Additionally, you will operate powered industrial equipment (forklifts, reach truck, ride on, etc.) around the warehouse, freezer and manufacturing floor. You will work with the Warehouse management system via computers and scanners.

Responsibilities include:

• Receiving and Inspection
• Inventory Management
• Order Fulfillment
• Equipment Operation
• General Warehouse Maintenance
• Collaboration and Communication

Required Skills/Abilities include:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common industry, production, and technical documents in English. Basic math skills in all units of measure.
• Proven experience as a forklift warehouse operator (within a food manufacturing environment preferred).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and familiarity of inventory management principles and systems.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Warehouse Practices
• Commitment to maintaining high safety standards.
• Proven experience in a fast-paced environment with a focus on quality and safety.
• Basic knowledge of workplace safety regulations (e.g., OSHA standards).
• Excellent time management and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize daily activities.
• Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to clearly articulate process problems or troubleshooting issues.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Warehouse or factory experience, food manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements include:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to adjust or move objects of varying weights up to 50 lbs. in all directions.
• Ability to communicate with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• Ability to withstand various climates through the facility i.e. freezer, dock, production (as low as -15 degrees up to 110 degrees)
• Ability to work in an environment with flashing lights, horns, and powered moving equipment operating in proximity.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking and/or remaining in a stationary position and often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Ability to move self into different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and/or confined spaces.
• Must be physically able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, ramps, poles and scaffolding.
• Excellent hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.
• Adjust body movements or equipment controls to keep pace with speed changes of moving objects.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
• Adaptability to work in diverse environments and surfaces.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Stand and move around the manufacturing floor for up to 8 hours.
• Capability to stand, walk, squat, and perform repetitive tasks.

What we offer you (perks, bonuses, benefits):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Automatic, FREE $25,000 life insurance policy
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Additional voluntary life, AD&D, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Plan with Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
• Ongoing training and development

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical requirements are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.