Cold Storage Stacker & Verifier (FIFO, QA)

Envision Cold; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Cold is seeking a diligent Stacker/Checker to maintain inventory accuracy, ensure product integrity, and support efficient warehouse flow across receiving, storage, and outbound processes. You will verify inbound/outbound shipments, scan and store products in the WMS, and assist with loading while upholding food safety and regulatory standards.

The role operates on two shifts (Mon–Fri) with potential overtime for business needs; experience with WMS/RF scanners and forklift operation is

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience operating a forklift is highly preferred.
• Able to work in refrigerated and frozen environments.
• Experience in warehouse, distribution, or cold storage.
• Familiar with WMS, RF scanners, and inventory tracking.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and communication skills.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout shift.

Responsibilities

• Inspect inbound trailers for cleanliness, damage, seal integrity, and proper refrigeration temperatures.
• Verify product temperatures and document readings.
• Confirm inbound counts, item codes, production dates, catch weights, and pallet information against Bills of Lading (BOLs) and receiving documentation.
• Identify, document, and report damaged, nonconforming, or suspect product.
• Apply, scan, and verify pallet labels to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Scan pallet IDs into the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and assign products to the correct rack locations.
• Organize and store product according to item code, production date, customer requirements, and inventory rotation procedures.
• Rotate inventory using FIFO standards.
• Report inventory discrepancies, product damage, and rack damage to leadership.
• Perform trailer pre-inspections prior to loading outbound shipments.
• Scan outbound pallets and verify product codes, quantities, dates, and customer-specific requirements.
• Conduct quality checks on pallets before shipment to ensure product meets company and customer standards.
• Drop and stage pallets for outbound orders based on operational priorities and loading schedules.
• Coordinate pallet movement, staging priorities, and loading sequence with warehouse personnel to support efficient operations.
• Assist with staging, loading, and shipment preparation activities to ensure on-time customer deliveries.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to safely store, retrieve, stage, and transport product throughout the warehouse.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and advise the appropriate leader/associate of any safety, maintenance, or operational concerns.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, customer, and regulatory requirements, including GFSI standards, and handling and segregation requirements where applicable.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures at all times to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the warehouse.
• Perform other duties as assigned/needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

WMS

RF scanners

Forklift operation

Job description

Envision Cold is seeking a diligent Stacker/Checker to maintain inventory accuracy, ensure product integrity, and support efficient warehouse flow across receiving, storage, and outbound processes. You will verify inbound/outbound shipments, scan and store products in the WMS, and assist with loading while upholding food safety and regulatory standards.

The role operates on two shifts (Mon–Fri) with potential overtime for business needs; experience with WMS/RF scanners and forklift operation is