Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

Kettle Cuisine, LLC.; Savage (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettle Cuisine, LLC. in Savage, MD is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support stocking and organizing materials in our warehouse. The role requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment and operate forklifts; experience in below 0° temperatures is a plus.

You will handle inbound/outbound loads, maintain ERP transactions, pick and pack orders, and keep the area clean while adhering to safety procedures. This is a hands-on role in a food production setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Forklift certification is desired but not mandatory.
• Bi-lingual preferred; strong English communication required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation to enable clear traceability.
• Inbound and outbound loads handled timely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Manage ERP system transactions.
• Communicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changes.
• Put away stock into designated areas within the warehouse.
• Pick orders accurately, package them correctly, label them appropriately, then prepare for shipment.
• Operate forklift or pallet jack safely while following safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse area including shelves and racks.
• Move quickly in ambiguous environments.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Skills

Warehouse logistics

Temp-controlled environments

Perishable items

Safe working practices

Stand for long periods

English proficiency

Bilingual preferred

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Savage Plant - Savage, MD 20763, Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly, Job Summary

As a Warehouse Associate, you will play an important role in the production of high-quality products by assisting with stocking and organizing materials in our warehouse. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and should have experience operating forklifts. Experience working in below 0° temperatures a plus.

Role and Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation to enable clear traceability
• Ensure Inbound and outbounds loads are handled timely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Manage ERP system transactions.
• Communicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changes
• Put away stock into designated areas within the warehouse
• Pick orders accurately, package them correctly, label them appropriately, then prepare for shipment
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklift or pallet jack safely while ensuring proper safety procedures are always followed
• Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse area including sweeping/ dusting shelves/racks etc.
• Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

SKILL REQUIRED

• Experience with Warehousing, Inventory, and/or Logistics.
• Experience working in temperature controlled settings
• Experience with perishable items
• Proven track record in safe working practices
• Previous experience working in food production environments preferred but not required
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Forklift certification is desired but not mandatory
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to interact and communicate with the supervisors and team members
• Excellent interpersonal skills needed for working in a team environment
• Goal oriented & well organized
• Ability to work all scheduled shifts, on time
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Time management
• Problem solving
• Planning and organizing
• Mathematical skills
• Bi-lingual preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Physical Demands/Efforts

Work requires continuous physical exertion including lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment and Hazards

Employee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, noise or other factors that may require protective equipment and still pose a hazard.

Travel is not required for this position.