Food-Production Warehouse & Inventory Specialist

Thistle; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Thistle is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our operations in Vacaville, CA. You will help receive, store, and move materials, support production, and maintain accurate records to ensure smooth inventory flow.

Responsibilities include performing weekly inventory checks, ensuring FIFO for perishables, preparing materials for production, and safeguarding food safety and workplace safety standards. Forklifts and pallet jacks may be used according to training and needs.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and store materials accurately, maintaining up-to-date records of movements and stock levels. Conduct weekly inventory assessments and ensure FIFO rotation for perishables.
• Pull and prepare materials for production, monitor ingredient use, pre-batch items, and weigh, label, and package products with complete accuracy.
• Verify product quality upon receipt, document food waste, and notify management of quality concerns. Collaborate with Quality Assurance and management to address issues promptly.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move and stage materials.
• Communicate with vendors to manage pickups, returns, and order shortages. Collaborate with Procurement and leadership to resolve supply chain challenges.
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations during all inventory activities.
• Partner with supervisors and managers to prioritize tasks, troubleshoot inventory issues and support operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned in the plant.

Job description

Thistle is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our operations in Vacaville, CA. You will help receive, store, and move materials, support production, and maintain accurate records to ensure smooth inventory flow.

Responsibilities include performing weekly inventory checks, ensuring FIFO for perishables, preparing materials for production, and safeguarding food safety and workplace safety standards. Forklifts and pallet jacks may be used according to training and needs.