Warehouse Associate II

Loffredo Fresh Foods; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bi-Weekly pay / Daily Pay

Employee purchase program

Job summary

Loffredo Fresh Foods is seeking a Full Time Day Forklift Warehouse Associate in Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on safe forklift operation, loading and unloading pallets, and keeping a clean, organized warehouse environment to support timely product flow.

Qualified candidates will have prior warehouse and forklift experience and the ability to work in a refrigerated setting. The schedule runs Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with benefits available after a short eligibility period.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse and forklift experience required.
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment for 8+ hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75+ lbs. occasionally.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to take direction from all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently within a team setting.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English for the automated headset.

Responsibilities

• Safely move, load, and unload pallets of fresh produce and goods.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to stage products.
• Replenish inventory and maintain clean, organized storage areas.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain equipment; work with the team for accurate product flow.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Refrigerated work

Lifting 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English literacy

Tools

None

Job description

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Warehouse Associate II

Full Time Manual Labor Des Moines, IA, US

Job Title: Day Warehouse 2 Associate
Location: Des Moines, IA

Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as a Full Time Day Forklift Warehouse Associate based out of our Des Moines Headquarters.We are a local, family-owned food and produce distributor that has proudly served the Midwest region for over 130 years. We distribute to 11 different states across our 6 locations. Loffredo Fresh Foods believes that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and committed to meeting our customer’s needs.

TheForklift Warehouse Associate, is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, loading, and unloading pallets of fresh produce and other goods within the warehouse. This role involves operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to organize and stage products for shipment, replenish inventory in designated storage areas. Forklift operators must follow all safety procedures, maintain equipment in good working condition, and work closely with the warehouse team to ensure timely and accurate product flow. Attention to detail, adherence to company quality standards, and maintaining a clean and organized work area are essential to help maintain the high standards of service our customers expect.

Schedule:

• Days Working: Tuesday - Saturday


• Days Off: Sunday & Monday


• Hours: 8 AM to 4:30 PM

What you’ll gain as a Loffredo Team Member:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available 1 st of the month following 30 days employment


• 401k with company match available following 6 months of employment


• Additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability


• Paid time off & Paid holidays


• Bi-Weekly Pay or the option to enroll in Daily Pay for immediate access to earned wages


• Regular and constructive performance feedback


• Healthy, fresh produce you can take home to your family through our generous employee purchase program

What we look for:

• Previous warehouse and forklift experience required


• Able to work in a refrigerated environment for 8+ hours


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75+ lbs. occasionally


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy


• Able to take direction from all levels of management


• Ability to work independently within a team setting


• Must be able to read, write, and speak English for the automated headset

What you’ll do:

• SAFETY FIRST. Must be able to safely operation warehouse equipment at all times and follow all safety guidelines


• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move, load, and unload pallets of fresh produce and goods


• Transport products to designated storage areas or staging zones for shipping


• Maintain a clean and organized work environment