WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

United States Cold Storage; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K and Educational Assistance after

Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days

Company Life Insurance

A variety of additional benefits and

Job summary

United States Cold Storage in La Vergne, TN, is hiring for a 2nd shift Warehouse Associate. You will handle pallet building, loading/unloading, operating safety equipment, ensuring product integrity, and assisting with inventory and pick/pack tasks.

We value safety, reliability, and accuracy; previous warehouse experience preferred. This full-time, non-exempt role offers benefits, steady hours, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic cold-chain environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to bend and lift heavy objects regularly.
• Work in cold temperatures (+50F to -30F).
• Physically able to stand, walk, and maneuver for long periods.
• Operate scanners, tablets, radios, and warehouse equipment.
• Communicate effectively and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Unload/load trailers and ensure proper pallet stacking.
• Ensure customer product is accounted for and within temperature range before storage.
• Identify damaged product and report shortages/overages.
• Assist in inventories and prepare product for shipment.
• Stack, wrap, and secure pallets for transport.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Bend and lift 50 lbs

Lift up to 70 lbs

Temperature range +50F to -30F

Stand and walk for extended periods

Operate warehouse equipment

Self-starter, independent work

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts or pallet jacks

Job description

Who We Are

USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.

THIS IS A 2nd SHIFT Position

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of facility operations through proper product handling, organization, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.


• Unload and load trailers verifying proper product stacking and that product is not being mixed on pallets.


• Ensure that all customer product is accounted for, free of infestation, production codes are in check, and product is within its acceptable temperate range prior to placing the product into storage.


• Identify and recover any received or shipped damaged product consistent with company policy. Report all shortages and overages to your supervisor.


• Assist in physical inventories, when necessary, to ensure the safekeeping of the customer’s product.


• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is located and shipped, that product comes from the proper location, and that the lot numbers correspond to the picking documents.


• Stack product to build pallets and tape or stretch-wrap them as required to ensure product stability.


• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service and/or company standards.


• Pallets height can reach up to seven (7) feet.


• Efficiently move product from the staging or storage areas into railcars or trailers.


• Safety operate various pieces of equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, slip-sheets, and turret trucks to load, unload, move, stack and stage product.


• Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean orderly fashion.


• Inspect equipment daily to ensure it is operating in a safe manner.

The Job Specifics

• Location and Department: Operations


• Reports To: Supervisor


• Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Non-Exempt JOB CODE

What We Are Looking For

The Ideal candidate will have or be able to complete the below qualifications.

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.


• Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The requirements described below are representative of those required to perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.


• Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.


• Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.


• Work in a temperature range from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.


• Lift overhead when required.


• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.


• Stand and walk for extended periods.


• Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.


• Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.


• Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.


• Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.


• Operate a registered motor vehicle if apart of daily tasks.


• Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.


• Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.


• Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.


• Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.


• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

The Standard Details

• Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications at all times.


• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.


• Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.


• Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.


• Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.


• Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.


• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.


• Participate in safety and educational training programs.

What’s In It For You

• 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.


• Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.


• Company Life Insurance.


• A variety of additional benefits and perks.

Additional Information

• This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.


• Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Analytical Skills

• Novice


• Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Preferred

High School or better in Other.

Experience

Preferred

1 year:

Warehouse Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

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