Warehouse Associate

Custom Foods Inc.; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance/AD&D

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k and Employer Match Options

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Job summary

Custom Foods Inc. in De Soto, KS is hiring a Warehouse Associate to oversee daily warehouse operations, including organizing raw materials, staging ingredients for production, and maintaining accurate inventory. This role emphasizes safety and efficiency in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting.

The position involves some shipping/receiving duties, forklift operation, and strong organizational skills. 1st shift, with pay depending on experience, in a refrigerated environment.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience required (food manufacturing a plus).
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and work in refrigerated environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee storage, organization, and staging of raw ingredients and packaging.
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and month-end reconciliation.
• Ensure production is fully stocked with required materials for each shift.
• Receive and label incoming materials; record lot numbers for traceability.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment safely.
• Support shipping & receiving by palletizing, wrapping, labeling, and verifying outgoing shipments as needed.
• Maintain FIFO inventory practices and ensure food safety/quality standards are met.
• Keep warehouse clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Inventory software

Forklift operation equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Custom Foods is the leading frozen dough manufacturer in De Soto, KS. We employ Great Dough Heroes, and are looking for another person to join our squad! We are seeking a Warehouse Associate to oversee daily warehouse operations, including organizing raw materials, staging ingredients for production, and maintaining accurate inventory. This role is primarily warehouse-focused, with some responsibilities in shipping and receiving. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a problem solver, safety-minded, and thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Job Summary

Custom Foods is the leading frozen dough manufacturer in De Soto, KS. We employ Great Dough Heroes, and are looking for another person to join our squad! We are seeking a Warehouse Associate to oversee daily warehouse operations, including organizing raw materials, staging ingredients for production, and maintaining accurate inventory. This role is primarily warehouse-focused, with some responsibilities in shipping and receiving. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a problem solver, safety-minded, and thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Duties And Key Responsibilities

• Oversee storage, organization, and staging of raw ingredients and packaging.
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and month-end reconciliation.
• Ensure production is fully stocked with required materials for each shift.
• Receive and label incoming materials; record lot numbers for traceability.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment safely.
• Support shipping & receiving by palletizing, wrapping, labeling, and verifying outgoing shipments as needed.
• Maintain FIFO inventory practices and ensure food safety/quality standards are met.
• Keep warehouse clean, safe, and organized.
• 1st shift (Approx. 7:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday)
• Pay: $15-$20 per hour based on experience

Requirements

• Previous warehouse experience required (food manufacturing a plus).
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and work in refrigerated environments.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and ability to use inventory software.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Job Type: Full-Time

We Offer Company-Paid

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Further Training and Certifications, at company's expense
• Additional Insurances Include:
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Hospital Confinement
• Cancer
• Critical Illness
• Group Family Life Insurance Plans
• Whole Life
• Identity Theft Protection/Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employer Match Options

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute: De Soto, KS 66018 (Required)

Work Location: In person