Warehouse Associate: Inventory & Production Support

Thistle; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Thistle is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team in California. You will manage inventory, receive and stage materials, support production, and help ensure accuracy and efficiency across shipping, receiving, and documentation processes.

The role emphasizes safe operation of material handling equipment, strict adherence to food safety, and collaboration with production and QA teams to maintain high standards of quality and supply continuity.

Qualifications

• Experience managing warehouse inventory and performing weekly counts.
• Familiarity with FIFO rotation and perishable goods handling.
• Ability to communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve shortages.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and store materials with accurate recordkeeping.
• Pull and prepare materials for production and ensure correct labeling and packaging.
• Verify product quality on receipt and document issues for resolution.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.
• Coordinate with Procurement and supervisors to address shortages and scheduling.

Skills

Inventory management

Quality control

Vendor coordination

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Thistle is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team in California. You will manage inventory, receive and stage materials, support production, and help ensure accuracy and efficiency across shipping, receiving, and documentation processes.

The role emphasizes safe operation of material handling equipment, strict adherence to food safety, and collaboration with production and QA teams to maintain high standards of quality and supply continuity.