Receiving I

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.; Durango, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. in Durango, CO is seeking a Receiving Associate to inspect, verify and document inbound materials and packaging to meet food safety and quality standards.

You will support daily receiving, scan items, label products, and help with bin put-away as part of a busy warehouse team. The role requires basic math, reading, and communication skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior warehouse/shipping experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math, reading, and communication skills required; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Learn to use Business Central, computer systems and handheld scanners.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and stage product; assist QC with inspections.
• Verify shipments against BOL, packing slip, returns and POS; print and apply labels.
• Print and verify labels; ensure item and quantity match.
• Follow FIFO and assist with bin put away; maintain clean, organized warehouse.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety; report damages or discrepancies immediately.

Skills

Basic math

Reading

Communication

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computers

Scanners

Shipping software

Job description

# Receiving IDURANGO, CO 81303End Date 10/11/2026## OverviewSalary Range$18.00 - $19.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeCategoryDistribution - Shipping## Description| | | | || --- | --- | --- | --- || **Receiving 1** | | | || **Job Title:** | Receiving 1 | **Location:** | Durango, CO || **Department:** | Warehouse/Shipping | **Status:** | Regular, Full-Time || **Reports To:** | Warehouse Manager | **FLSA Category:** | Non-Exempt || **Direct Reports:** | 0 | **Level:** | Entry || **Relevant Experience:** | 0-1 year | **Salary Range:** | $18 - 19/hour |**Position Summary**The Receiving Associate 1 is responsible for accurately inspecting, verifying and documenting inbound raw materials and packaging supplies to ensure compliance with food safety, quality and temperature standards. This position supports daily receiving operations and contributes to maintaining an efficient workflow aligned with the production schedule.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES****Receiving 1 will be expected to consistently deliver outstanding outcomes in the following areas:**1. Works to learn proper use of Business Central, computer systems and hand scanners.2. Works alongside quality control and warehouse technicians.3. Unload inbound and customer return shipments safely using approved equipment, stage product in designated areas (i.e. not received, QC hold, ready to put away), and assist QC with truck and product inspections.4. Verify shipments according to standard procedures before accepting (BOL, packing slip, returns, and POS).5. Completes processing procedures.6. Scan items using handheld scanners.7. Print and properly apply labels to all incoming products.8. Perform basic label verification (item + quantity match).9. Properly and safely places product on pallet according to specifications.10. Assist with bin put away (i.e. follows bin assignments).11. Follow FIFO (Place newer product after existing stock).12. Report damages, shortages, or discrepancies immediately.13. Maintains good housekeeping in warehouses and follows all safety rules.14. Work in other departments as needed.15. Completes sales returns from customers in a timely and accurate manner.16. Obtain Forklift/Man-lift certification and properly and safely utilizes the equipment.17. Maintains good housekeeping in warehouses and follows all safety rules.*This role requires strong attention to detail and strict adherence* *to all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines, including maintaining clean and organized aisles, docks, and emergency exits. It involves the consistent use of proper lifting techniques to prevent injury and support a safe working environment. The position also requires promptly identifying and reporting any unsafe conditions to ensure hazards are addressed immediately.*## Qualifications**Education, Experience & Skills*** High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.* Prior warehouse, shipping, receiving, or manufacturing experience preferred but not required.* Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.* Basic math, reading, and communication skills required.* Ability to use computers, scanners, or shipping software preferred.**PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT*** Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift, carry, push and pull materials up to fifty (50) pounds (with or without assistance); bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and twist frequently; use hands and arms for grasping, handling, and operating shipping equipment; perform repetitive motions; climb ladders or stairs as needed; read labels and shipping documents; and work in varying warehouse temperatures, noise levels, and fast-paced conditions while maintaining safe work practices.* Ability to operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or other material handling equipment (training may be provided).* Ability to load/unload trucks.* Manual dexterity for scanning, labeling, and packaging.* Ability to meet productivity standards and deadlines.* Must be able to communicate effectively with internal team* Regular interaction with warehouse, inventory, receiving, and production areas.* Frequent use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment.**BENEFITS*** Medical, dental, and vision insurance* Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts* 401(k) with company match* EAP program* Short/Long Term Disability - Paid by Company* Life Insurance - Paid by Company* Paid time off and holidays* Professional development opportunities* Employee discounts