Warehouse Associate

Compana Pet Brands; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their families. As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations by managing inbound and outbound shipments, maintaining warehouse cleanliness, and supporting production activities. This position offers a great work-life balance, generous PTO, and comprehensive health benefits. If you are passionate about pets and eager to contribute to a team that values excellence and creativity, this opportunity is perfect for you. Help make a difference in the lives of millions of families, one pet at a time!

Benefits

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Differential pay for shifts

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement benefits

Employee Assistance program

Voluntary pet insurance

Access to veterinary telehelp line

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, with warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift and lift heavy materials is essential.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers, ensuring accurate documentation.
• Manage warehouse cleanliness and assist with inventory counts.
• Perform quality checks and report discrepancies in shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Ability to lift 65 pounds

Understanding of Continuous Improvement

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Location: Omaha, NE
Shift: 1st Shift M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 2nd shift: M-F 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.

Compana Pet Brands is a global leader in pet care and nutrition dedicated to enriching the lives of pets and their families today and for generations to come.
A career at Compana Pet Brands is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to work with a team of diverse, creative pet lovers who understand that pets are part of the family and, just like family, they always come first!

A passion for pets drives us, our purpose unites us, striving for excellence energizes us, and a high performance defines us.

We are actively seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our growing organization and help us Nurture What You Love!

As our Warehouse Associate, you'll make an impact by:

• Loading and unloading outbound and inbound trailers, preparing proper documentation
• Supporting production activities by staging production materials, removing finished products from the production floor and reconciling product pull sheets with production
• Ensuring accurate inbound and outbound shipments by performing accurate product counts, freight damage assessments, QA check in inspections and discrepancy reporting
• Managing production overrun product on a daily basis
• Managing upkeep and cleanliness of warehouse
• Stocking small pack area shelves
• Assisting with inbound and outbound UPS/FedEx shipments
• Assisting with monthly cycle counts

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• One year experience in warehouse or manufacturing, preferred
• Ability to certify and operate a forklift and other equipment needed to move material
• Ability to work with hay and hay-based products
• Ability to lift 65 pounds, stoop, kneel, twist, bend and stand for extended periods
• Ability to work in extreme heat and/or cold conditions as weather dictates
• Flexible schedule-some weekend hours
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodology
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English is required.

What we have for you:

• A growing team making a difference in the lives of pets and pet families
• Great work/life balance with generous PTO, paid holidays and more!
• Differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• A generous Employee Referral program
• A comprehensive health insurance plan including medical, dental, vision as well as life insurance, long and short term disability benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Employee Assistance program to support your well being
• Opportunity to enroll in voluntary pet insurance and access to free 24/7 veterinary telehelp line.

Join our team and help transform the lives of millions of families every year, one pet at a time.

Disclaimer:
This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks this position may be required to perform.