Warehouse Associate

Job Summary: Custom Foods is the leading frozen dough manufacturer in De Soto, KS. We employ Great Dough Heroes, and are looking for another person to join our squad! We are seeking a Warehouse Associate to oversee daily warehouse operations, including organizing raw materials, staging ingredients for production, and maintaining accurate inventory. This role is primarily warehouse-focused, with some responsibilities in shipping and receiving. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, a problem solver, safety‑minded, and thrives in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment. Duties and Key Responsibilities: Oversee storage, organization, and staging of raw ingredients and packaging. Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and month‑end reconciliation. Ensure production is fully stocked with required materials for each shift. Receive and label incoming materials; record lot numbers for traceability. Operate forklifts and other equipment safely. Support shipping & receiving by palletizing, wrapping, labeling, and verifying outgoing shipments as needed. Maintain FIFO inventory practices and ensure food safety/quality standards are met. Keep warehouse clean, safe, and organized. 1st shift (Approx. 7:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday) Pay: $15-$20 per hour based on experience Requirements: Previous warehouse experience required (food manufacturing a plus). Forklift certification or ability to obtain. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and work in refrigerated environments. Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and ability to use inventory software. Team‑oriented with strong communication skills. Job Type: Full-Time We offer Company-Paid: Medical Insurance Life Insurance/AD&D Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Further Training and Certifications, at company's expense Additional Insurances Include: Dental Vision Accident Hospital Confinement Cancer Critical Illness Group Family Life Insurance Plans Whole Life Identity Theft Protection/Insurance Legal Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay 401k and Employer Match Options Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: De Soto, KS 66018 (Required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr Custom Foods, Inc.