Associate, Warehouse Operations (Let Down)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

Responsibilities

The Associate, Warehouse Operations role plays a vital part in ensuring accurate, efficient, and proper receiving and preparation of shipments to meet the needs of our customers. In this role, you'll operate warehouse equipment, manage inventory, and perform tasks like receiving, stowing, picking, packing, and shipping—all with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. 

Start time: 8AM
Shift: 4 days a Week 10 hour shifts (Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday)
New Hire Pay: $21.17

Growth Opportunity after 90 days probation period

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma or GED required 
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, day shifts, and overnight schedules 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND APTITUDE: 

• At least one year of experience in food distribution or a warehouse environment is preferred 
• At least one year of experience operating powered warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc. 
• Strong communication skills with internal customers and management, fostering collaboration 
• Ability to follow safe warehouse working practices as instructed, supporting a culture of safety
• Ability to efficiently work independently while maintaining a commitment to team success
• Preferred experience using a warehouse management system (WMS) and other systems to track performance 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential warehouse functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift, move, and carry 30-40 pounds repetitively upwards of 1,000 times per day. Must be able to lift, move, and carry larger items up to 75 pounds less frequently. The associate is frequently required to stand, walk, climb and sit at times in the warehouse. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a warehouse environment where temperatures can vary from very cool to very warm. {Freezer temperatures: (-10 degrees) | Refrigerator temperature (25-35 degrees).  The associate is also exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise levels in the warehouse work environment are typically low to moderate.