Day Receiver

Gold-Star-Foods; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Star Foods in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Day Receiver to join our Warehouse team. This full-time role handles inbound shipments, inspection, and recording of products to maintain accurate inventory.

You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, verify orders, contribute to cycle counts, and help ensure food safety in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma and forklift certification are preferred; willingness to obtain certification is acceptable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience in warehouse receiving, preferably in the food industry.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with warehouse management systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments from trucks using forklifts/pallet jacks.
• Inspect shipments for damage and discrepancies; report issues.
• Verify quantity and quality against purchase orders and packing lists.
• Record and update inventory in the warehouse management system.
• Label and store received items in designated locations.
• Assist in periodic inventory counts and audits.
• Prepare daily receiving reports for the Receiving Supervisor.
• Coordinate with suppliers and drivers to ensure timely receiving.
• Maintain clean and organized receiving area.

Skills

Overtime availability

MHE operation (Forklift / Order Picker

Pallet Jack operation

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Excellent communication and teamwork

Ability to work in cold environments

Ability to work in fast-paced环境

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification

Experience in warehouse receiving, preferably in the food industry

Basic computer skills and familiarity with warehouse management systems

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Day Receiver

Full Time Fort Worth, TX, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1924

TITLE: Warehouse Receiver
DIVISION: Warehouse
REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our employees who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!

Position Overview

This position is a critical support role for the Warehouse Team. As a Warehouse Receiver you are responsible for receiving, inspecting, and recording shipments of products. This role ensures that all goods are in perfect condition, verifies shipment information, and maintains accurate inventory records. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse operations, be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and have the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Principle Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments from trucks using appropriate equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Inspect shipments for damage, discrepancies, or defects and report any issues to the Receiving Supervisor.
• Verify the quantity and quality of received products against purchase orders and packing lists.
• Record and update inventory information in the warehouse management system.
• Label and store received items in their designated locations.
• Assist in periodic inventory counts and reconciliation.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Maintain accurate records of received goods, including delivery receipts and inspection reports.
• Prepare and submit daily receiving reports to the Receiving Supervisor.
• Assist in preparing documents for audits and inspections.
• Coordinate with suppliers, drivers, and internal departments to ensure timely and accurate receiving of goods.
• Communicate any issues or discrepancies with the Receiving Supervisor and relevant departments.
• Keep the receiving area clean and organized.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks, such as picking, packing, and shipping orders, as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the warehouse manager or other supervisors.

Required Skills

• Must be open to work overtime when needed.
• Willing and able to learn new procedures and adapt to change.
• Ability to operate multiple MHE: Forklift/Order Picker/Pallet Jack.
• Ability to self-manage daily work.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to work in extreme cold environments for prolonged periods of time. (Cold Weather Gear Provided by Company)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task, while planning the time, method, manner and/or performance sequence of own work.
• Strong math skills.
• Ability and willingness to complete some moderately repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in warehouse receiving, preferably in the food industry.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with warehouse management systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 5am start
Hourly Rate: $23.00

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Indoor/cooler office environment. Indoor environment exposure to room temperature, freezer temperature, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. The work environment can be noisy due to the movement of equipment and vehicles in the yard/warehouse. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 50 pounds on occasion.

Other Duties

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

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the Receiver cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff​​firmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Schedule

Monday through Friday
Start: 5:00 am