DISTRIBUTION TECHNICIAN I - 1st Shift

McCormick & Company; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (medical, vision, dental)

Paid time off

401(k) and profit-sharing plans

Incentive Bonus Plan

Job summary

McCormick & Company is seeking a Distribution Technician for the 1st shift at the SDC in Salinas, CA. You will pick, pack and ship orders, operate forklifts and other equipment, and perform general warehouse duties in a temperature‑controlled environment.

The role requires endurance for physical work, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work overtime on short notice. Competitive compensation and extensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds continually and 25–50 pounds frequently.
• Forklift license required or ability to obtain via McCormick.
• Experience in a spice/food distribution environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders accurately and timely.
• Operate material handling equipment (transporter, forklift, etc.).
• Handle inbound receiving, put-away, replenishment, labeling, and paperwork.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF Terminal

Basic computer skills

Job description

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Distribution Technician - 1st Shift immediately at our SDC in Salinas, CA.

What We Bring To The Table

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Team Manager, this individual is responsible for picking/packing/shipping all customer orders in a timely (measured through Labor Management System - LMS) and accurate manner while operating material handling equipment (transporter, forklift, etc.). Performs general warehouse duties including loading, inbound receiving, returns, organizing, put‑away, replenishment, wrapping and push‑offs, and order selection. Is responsible for accurate input and provides customers with specific documentation and special services as needed. Other duties include filling “shorted\" orders, co-label order selection, export order selection, and assisting with inventory. Participates in Team meetings and completes special projects assigned. The incumbent is subject to temperature extremes. Overtime on short notice may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs assignments in one of the following seven activity groups: Order Selection, Replenishment, Inbound, Outbound, Returns, Organizer, Repack/Hazmat. May be required to perform other activities based on business needs.
• Operates transporter, stand‑up, reach or sit‑down fork truck.
• Completes all paperwork & system transactions in accordance with standard departmental operating procedures. Paperwork can include, pick list, labels, tagging and any customer required placards.
• Identifies and communicates issues to shift Crew Leader, Warehouse or Order Selection Team Manager.
• Attend shift/team meetings and recommends general process improvements.
• Performs general duties including sanitation and battery changing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a forklift license via McCormick
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to spice dust and odors, noise and vibration
• Ability to work in an environment that is subject to temperature extremes
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on a continual basis and 25-50 pounds on a frequent basis

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience using radio frequency terminal
• Basic computer skills
• Bilingual in English & Spanish

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

Base Salary

Base Salary: $16.50 - $24.62

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan/ McCormick’s Sales Incentive Bonus (SIB) Plan/ McCormick’s Dividend Program.

In Addition To a Competitive Compensation Package, Permanent Employees Of McCormick Are Eligible For Our Extensive Total Rewards Programs That Include

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.