Cold Storage Worker

Job Description

Job Description

A Cold Storage Worker is responsible for receiving, rotating, and taking the inventory of all products allocated to whatever cooler they are working out of. They operate hand and power equipment for material handling to accommodate storage of products within the freezer, including forklifts, power pallet jacks and scan gun system.

The Cold Storage Worker ensures product is properly rotated, maintaining a clean and organized department. They guarantee the accuracy of inventory and freshness of product before delivering it to the production floor. They may assist with the monthly inventory count.

This position reports to a Production Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and inventory incoming product
• Pick and deliver product to the production floor as dictated by the schedule of releases
• Organize, rotate, maintain and verify existing inventory
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Operate warehouse operating system and handheld scan guns
• Safely operate manual or ride-on pallet jacks and forklifts
• Communicate to department leadership if product is damaged, inventory is low, count is off, etc.

Requirements

• 1+ year, experience operating ride-on pallet jacks & forklifts
• 1+ year, experience in a warehouse environment
• Experience working with scan gun systems
• Must be able to read and understand internal communication
• Must be able to work a full day in cold temperature
• Detailed oriented
• Ability to read labels and associated documents

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds
• Work up to a 10-hour workday: standing/walking most of the day
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
• Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, weekends when needed
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives
  

North Coast Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Benefits

At North Coast, employees are considered part of a family where everyone works together to ensure the founding mission and values of the company are upheld every day. We offer an inclusive work environment spearheaded by an approachable leadership team who believes in the idea that it’s not just about the work we do, it’s about what the work allows us to do for our loved ones.

We foster the opportunity for real growth and long-term employment. Most members of our leadership team started out on the floor and through mentorship advanced into their current roles. We are currently looking to build the next generation of leaders.

We offer competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health care coverage, vacation and 401(k) to all full-time benefit-eligible employees. Employees also have access to the highest quality seafood at cost.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.