Warehouse Associate (Picking Packing)-

Menlo Ventures; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Menlo Ventures is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support cold-storage operations in a fast-paced environment. You will handle receiving, labeling, and packing, while ensuring cold-chain compliance and accurate inventory.

You will work 12-hour shifts (3-4 days) or a 5-day week, stand for long periods, and collaborate with a team to meet dispatch deadlines. Prior experience in cold storage is preferred.

Qualifications

• Positive, proactive attitude and professionalism in fast-paced environments.
• Team collaboration and respectful teamwork.
• Adaptability to learn new processes and meet deadlines.
• Ability to inspect goods for defects and ensure customer-ready standards.
• Adherence to safety, hygiene, and operational standards in cold storage environments.
• Willingness to undergo training; no prior pick/pack experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work in a frozen room environment and stand/move for long periods.
• Receive, inspect, and process incoming stock ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Label and categorize goods using warehouse management systems.
• Replenish stock and perform daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for delivery, coordinating with drivers for dispatch.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Training willingness

Job description

Job Description

1. 1. Physical & Environmental Demands
   • Work in a frozen room environment (temperature-controlled).
   • Stand/move for 90% of shifts with ability to lift/carry items up to 25kg.
2. 2. Inventory Management & Quality Control
   • Receive, inspect, and process incoming stock, ensuring accuracy (quantity, type) and quality (no damage/defects).
   • Label and categorize goods using warehouse management systems (WMS).
3. 3. Stock Replenishment & Accuracy
   • Replenish stock, monitor inventory levels, and perform daily cycle counts to maintain 99%+ accuracy.
   • Complete all inventory processes same-day to meet dispatch deadlines.
4. 4. Order Fulfillment & Dispatch
   • Pick, pack, and prepare orders for delivery, ensuring compliance with cold-chain protocols.
   • Coordinate with drivers to stage and load shipments efficiently.
5. 5. Process Compliance
   • Adhere to safety, hygiene, and operational standards in frozen storage environments.

Job Requirements

• Positive & Proactive Attitude: Take ownership of tasks and maintain professionalism in fast-paced environments.
• Team Collaboration: Thrive in collaborative team environments while demonstrating respect for colleagues.
• Adaptability: Quickly learn new processes and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect goods for defects/damage to ensure customer-ready standards.
• Physical & Environmental:
  • Work in cold room environments (temperature-controlled).
  • Commit to 12-hour shifts (3-4 days/week) or a 5-day workweek.
• Preferred but not essential:
  • Experience: 1-2 years in warehouse/logistics (cold storage), preferably with perishable FMCG goods (e.g., produce, meat, seafood, dairy).
  • Safety Compliance: No color vision deficiency (due to color-coded safety protocols).
  • Training Flexibility: No prior pick/pack experience required; comprehensive training provided.