Warehouse Associate

Gourmet Foods International; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated warehouse team at an established industry player specializing in gourmet foods. In this fast-paced role, you'll be responsible for unloading and preparing specialty food items for delivery. Your day will involve operating RF handheld devices, lifting and transporting inventory, and ensuring efficient order fulfillment. With opportunities for advancement and a supportive team environment, this position offers a chance to grow your career while staying engaged and active. Enjoy a range of benefits including flexible paid time off, medical insurance, and more, all while contributing to a company that values teamwork and innovation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Free College Tuition

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with RF handheld devices and warehouse operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Unload, receive, and place incoming inventory items away.
• Operate RF handheld devices to scan, pull, and pack items.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Ability to meet deadlines

Physical stamina

Education

High School or GED

Tools

RF handheld device

Pallet jack

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Job Location: GFI Midwest - Kenosha, WI

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School or GED

Salary Range: $17.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Overview

You’ll be part of the dedicated warehouse team delivering delicious specialty foods items to our customers. Our fast-paced, physical roles receive trucks full of orders, then prepare them for delivery. You’ll load conveyor belts, and transport and stage deliveries to be picked up by drivers.

What does your day look like? Some of your duties may include:

1. Unload, receive and place incoming inventory items away.
2. Operate an RF handheld device to scan, pull and pack items to fulfill orders.
3. View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks.
4. Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages.

Things you need to be able to do:

1. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Carry up to 50 lbs. Push/Pull up to 30 lbs. of force.
2. Must be able to be exposed to a refrigerated and freezer environment, ranging from 0 - 36 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Ascend and descend a step with a height of 10 in. from the floor.
4. Excellent communication skills, ability to follow directions and meet deadlines, and be able to work under minimal supervision.
5. Able to stand for long periods of time.
6. Able to reach and bend.

Things that are a plus but not a deal-breaker:

1. Previous warehouse and/or cold storage experience.
2. RF handheld device experience.
3. Pallet jack experience preferred and/or stand-up forklift certification.

What we think you’ll love about Gourmet Foods International:

1. Keep moving. This job is fast-paced so you’ll stay engaged with your team the entire shift.
2. Flexibility. We operate 24-7. Let us know what shifts work best for you, overnight, early morning, day, or weekend.
3. Advancement Opportunities. We offer career advancement including college reimbursement. We want to see you grow with the company.
4. Keeping it fresh. Learn new things every day from new technology to innovative new products we distribute.
5. Teamwork. Work on a team that supports each other.

What else can we offer?

Gourmet Foods Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term, Long-Term Disability, and accident insurance. We also offer 401(k) with matching contributions, Profit Sharing, Competitive Salaries, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) – up to 30 days per year, Paid Holidays, Free College Tuition, PAID Parental Leave, Professional Development Programs, opportunity to grow within the Company, Pay differential for night shift from 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM, Employee Discount, Referral Bonus.

SCHEDULE:

Tue, Wed, Fri, & Sat 6am till done

GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen, and a background check will be required for the hiring process. Background checks can include but are not limited to previous employment, education, and criminal records.