Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

Kettle Cuisine; Whitehurst (MD); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kettle Cuisine, LLC. in Whitehurst, MD is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support stocking, order picking, and material handling in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled environment. You will operate forklifts, manage ERP transactions, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain a safe, clean warehouse while collaborating with a close-knit team.

Experience with perishable items and inventory management is preferred. Forklift certification is desired but not mandatory.

Formación

• Experience in Warehousing, Inventory, or Logistics.
• Experience in temperature-controlled settings.
• Experience with perishable items.
• Proven record of safe working practices.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Forklift certification is desirable.
• Good English proficiency for training and safety updates.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation for traceability.
• Handle inbound and outbound loads promptly and accurately.
• Manage ERP system transactions.
• Communicate issues to relevant parties.
• Put away stock in designated areas.
• Pick, package, label, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Operate forklift or pallet jack safely.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization.
• Adapt to fast-paced and ambiguous environments.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Conocimientos

Warehousing/Logistics

Temperature-controlled environment

Perishable items experience

Safety practices

English communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Bi-lingual preferred

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Forklift

Descripción del empleo

Job SummaryAs 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 ResponsibilitiesEnsure accurate and timely completion of required documentation to enable clear traceabilityEnsure Inbound and outbounds loads are handled timely, accurately, and efficiently.Manage ERP system transactions.Communicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changesPut away stock into designated areas within the warehousePick orders accurately, package them correctly, label them appropriately, then prepare for shipmentOperate material handling equipment such as forklift or pallet jack safely while ensuring proper safety procedures are always followedMaintain cleanliness of the warehouse area including sweeping/ dusting shelves/racks etc.Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environmentsOther duties as assigned by Supervisor/ManagerSKILL REQUIREDExperience with Warehousing, Inventory, and/or Logistics.Experience working in temperature controlled settingsExperience with perishable itemsProven track record in safe working practicesPrevious experience working in food production environments preferred but not requiredAbility to stand for long periods of timeHigh school diploma or GED equivalentForklift certification is desired but not mandatoryDemonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issuesADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Able to interact and communicate with the supervisors and team membersExcellent interpersonal skills needed for working in a team environmentGoal oriented & well organizedAbility to work all scheduled shifts, on timeExcellent attention to detailEffective verbal and written communication skillsTime managementProblem solvingPlanning and organizingMathematical skillsBi-lingual preferredWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTPhysical Demands/EffortsWork requires continuous physical exertion including lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.Work Environment and HazardsEmployee 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.