Warehouse Associate

Misfits Market; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Grocery box credit

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Commuter benefits

Hourly wage $18

Job summary

Misfits Market is seeking a production associate for our warehouse in a refrigerated environment. You will accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders with attention to quality and efficiency.

Working in a temperature-controlled setting, you will use a finger scanner and WMS to locate products, ensure items meet order specifications, and maintain safe, organized workspaces. Overtime and occasional weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees).
• Willing to work overtime and/or weekends if the business needs you to.
• Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Utilize a finger scanner and WMS to locate and select products from designated storage areas within the refrigerated warehouse.
• Safely and efficiently pack selected items into appropriate packaging, considering temperature-sensitive requirements.
• Ensure picked items match customer orders and meet Misfits’ quality standards; use appropriate packaging to prevent damage or spoilage.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products to identify damages, discrepancies, or expiration issues.
• Work closely with team members to achieve daily operational targets.
• Verify and maintain inventory levels within your bay, communicating with other teams to ensure timely replenishment.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and use of PPE in a food-based, refrigerated environment.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace; complete safety training timely.
• Maintain knowledge in all areas of the production line, including box building and prepping.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Repetitive fast-paced work

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Competitive Hourly Wage: $18.00/hr.

What We Offer You

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits
• Competitive Hourly Wage: $18.00/hr.

Schedule Available

• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday:
  • 5:00 AM–1:30 PM OR 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday:
  • 5:00 AM–1:30 PM OR 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

About Misfits Market

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food. As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of: Prioritizing our Customers Thinking Differently Moving deliberately and quickly Doing more with less Respecting one another Taking initiative and delivering.

How You’ll Support Our Operations

As a production associate in our warehouse, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and efficient fulfillment of customer orders. Working in a temperature-controlled environment, you will be responsible for selecting, picking, and packing products with precision and attention to quality. This position requires a detail-oriented and reliable individual who can thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative team setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Utilize a finger scanner and our Warehouse Management System (WMS) interface to accurately locate and select products from designated storage areas within the refrigerated warehouse.
• Safely and efficiently pack selected items into appropriate packaging, considering temperature-sensitive requirements for refrigerated products.
• Ensure that all picked items match customer orders and meet Misfits’ quality standards. Use the appropriate packaging materials to prevent damage or spoliage during transportation.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products to identify any damages, discrepancies, or expiration issues.
• Work closely with team members to achieve daily operational targets.
• Verify and maintain inventory levels within your bay, communicating effectively with other teams to ensure timely replenishment and minimize disruptions.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in a food-based, refrigerated environment.
• Help us maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace. Complete all assigned safety training as required in a timely manner.
• Maintain functional knowledge in all areas of the production line, including box building and prepping.

What You Have

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees)
• Strong verbal communications skills
• Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you to
• Ability to thrive in a repetitive and fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice For You To Have

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
• Experience working in a food based environment

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