Warehouse Associate -Day Shift

Model Dairy LLC; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Mid Valley Family Foods in California is seeking a Warehouse Associate to receive, inspect, and stock dry goods, verify quantities and documents, and support inventory control. You will operate sit-down and hi-Reach forklifts and coordinate with production and inventory teams to ensure timely material flow.

The role requires standing, lifting, and working in varying temperatures, with a day shift Monday–Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse and receiving experience preferred.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming dry goods and verify accuracy and documentation.
• Inspect inbound loads for damages and discrepancies.
• Rotate inventory and store in designated locations following FIFO.
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions and receiving records.
• Operate material handling equipment safely to unload, stage, and move materials.
• Coordinate with warehouse, production, and inventory teams for timely flow.
• Follow safety, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Assist with cycle counts, audits, and inventory verification.
• Shift: Day Shift (6am-2:30pm) and Hourly wage: $24.40-$26.00
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RF scanner operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

Warehouse management systems

Forklift operation

Job description

• Approaching work with a Continuous Improvement (CI) mindset, and engaging in Producers Dairy Mission Statement to identify, value, prioritize, resource and sustain improvement opportunities.
• Owning and promoting a Safety Culture by ensuring a safe work environment and promoting proper safety behavior.
• Receiving all incoming dry goods and materials and verifying product accuracy, quantities, codes, condition, and documentation.
• Inspecting inbound loads for damages, shortages, overages, and reporting discrepancies immediately.
• Properly rotating inventory and storing product in designated dry and cold box warehouse locations following FIFO and inventory control procedures
• Maintaining accurate inventory transactions and completing all receiving documentation in a timely manner.
• Coordinating with warehouse, production, and inventory teams to ensure timely product flow.
• Operating material handling equipment safely and efficiently to unload, stage, move, and organize materials
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the dry warehouse and receiving areas.
• Assisting with load recovery, trailer shortages, and product movement to support operational needs.
• Following all company safety, GMP, food safety, and quality standards.
• Supporting cycle counts, audits, and inventory verification activities as assigned
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Follow all company safety standards. Promote and maintain company goodwill. Report any hazards to your supervisor immediately.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Ability to operate material handling equipment safely (sit down forklift, hi-Reach forklift, electric pallet jack)
• Ability to work in warehouse environments with varying temperatures
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Ability to work around moving equipment and dock traffic

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shift
• Ability to lift and move products within established weight guidelines
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver palletized loads using manual and powered equipment
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment (forklift, electric pallet jack, hand pallet jack)
• Ability to work in warehouse and dock environments with varying temperatures and noise levels
• Ability to perform repetitive movements including grasping, reaching, bending, and scanningAbility to visually inspect product condition, labels, quantities, and inventory information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Minimum:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse and receiving experience preferred
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Ability to operate RF scanner and warehouse systems
• Ability to safely operate pallet jack and forklift
• Basic math and inventory counting skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work independently and prioritize workload

Hourly Wage: $24.40-$26.00

Shift: Day Shift (6am-2:30pm) Monday- Friday

Days off: Saturday & Sunday

Mid Valley Family Foods offers its employees a team-oriented work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefit package including medical/dental/vision benefits and 401(k) retirement plan. Mid Valley Family Foods is an Equal Opportunity and ... Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards any characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Producers participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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