Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift (48481)

Holly Poultry; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 19,832 - 28,245; Full time

Job summary

One Fine Family is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Tray Pack for the Retail Division in Hanover, MD. You will handle raw materials, packaging, and finished poultry, ensuring accurate storage and movement per SQF and USDA standards.

The role requires 2+ years in a warehouse, scanner experience, and a focus on safety and accuracy. You will work in both warehouse and cooler/freezer environments, supporting shipping and logistics teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of warehouse loading experience.
• Must have scanner experience.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills required.
• Experience with forklifts or pallet jacks preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and warehouse safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Verify accuracy of deliveries against purchase orders and documentation.
• Use RF scanners to accurately record product movement, inventory transactions, and order fulfillment.
• Stage materials and supplies for production departments as scheduled.
• Pick, scan, and prepare customer orders for shipment according to load sheets and customer specifications.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack equipment safely and efficiently.
• Rotate inventory according to FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse, cooler, and freezer areas.
• Perform inventory counts and assist with daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all warehouse transactions in company systems.
• Follow all SQF, food safety, and people safety procedures at all times.
• Report any damaged product, equipment issues, or temperature concerns immediately to a supervisor.
• Assist with shipping documentation, bill of lading creation, and driver check-in/check-out.
• Work closely with production, QA, and logistics teams to ensure accurate product flow and timely deliveries.
• Support special projects or other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow instructions

Warehouse loading experience

RF scanning

Basic math

Recordkeeping

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 1020 Airport 100 Way - Hanover, MD 21076

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.45 - $17.45 Hourly

Job Shift: 2nd shift

Job Category: Warehouse

One Fine Family is built on a simple belief — everyone deserves great chicken at a great price. Proudly based in Baltimore for more than 60 years, we’ve grown into a family of brands united by that purpose. One Fine Chicken delivers “Better Chicken for Everyone” with premium quality at an incredible value. Easy Street brings bold, globally inspired flavors to everyday meals, capturing the vibrant spirit of street food culture. Holly Poultry, our food service brand, has earned the trust of some of the nation’s most beloved restaurants, including Raising Cane’s, Hattie B’s, Royal Farms, and Nando’s, by providing fresh, high-quality poultry with unmatched confidence and reliability. Rooted in community and driven by purpose, One Fine Family proudly gives back, donating more than 300,000 pounds of chicken each year to local food banks and charities–because better chicken should make life better for everyone.

Join us and be a part of something bigger. At One Fine Family, we are united by purpose, fueled by passion, and committed to making a difference. Together, we’re shaping the future of food — one plate, one person, and One Fine Family at a time

Job Description: Warehouse Associate – (Tray Pack - Retail Division)

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the accurate, safe, and efficient handling, storage, and movement of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished poultry products.

This position plays a vital role in supporting Holly Poultry’s Retail - Tray Pack Division and overall operations by ensuring that products are properly received, stored, and distributed in compliance with SQF, USDA, and company food safety and quality standards.

The role involves both warehouse and cooler/freezer environments and requires a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Verify accuracy of deliveries against purchase orders and documentation.
• Use RF scanners to accurately record product movement, inventory transactions, and order fulfillment.
• Stage materials and supplies for production departments as scheduled.
• Pick, scan, and prepare customer orders for shipment according to load sheets and customer specifications.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack equipment safely and efficiently.
• Rotate inventory according to FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse, cooler, and freezer areas.
• Perform inventory counts and assist with daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all warehouse transactions in company systems.
• Follow all SQF, food safety, and people safety procedures at all times.
• Report any damaged product, equipment issues, or temperature concerns immediately to a supervisor.
• Assist with shipping documentation, bill of lading creation, and driver check-in/check-out.
• Work closely with production, QA, and logistics teams to ensure accurate product flow and timely deliveries.
• Support special projects or other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Minimum 2 years of recent warehouse loading experience.
• Scanner experience a must.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
• Experience with warehouse equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and warehouse safety best practices preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–10+ hours per shift).
• Frequent lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in cold and freezer environments (temperatures between 0°F and 40°F).
• Must wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) at all times.

Work Environment

• Work performed in refrigerated, wet, and fast-paced production and warehouse settings.
• Regular exposure to raw poultry, coolers, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Strict adherence to Holly Poultry’s safety, SQF, and company standards required.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior warehouse, food manufacturing, or distribution experience preferred.
• Forklift and pallet jack certification or willingness to obtain certification required.
• On-the-job training provided.