Warehouse Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

DecoPac, Inc.; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

DecoPac, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate for first shift (Mon-Fri, 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM) in Washington. Responsibilities include shipping, receiving, and inventory control while maintaining a safe workplace.

You will operate forklifts and related equipment, process orders, stage materials for production, and ensure accuracy with lot tracking and expiration dates. Prior warehouse experience and HACCP knowledge are helpful.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift, push/pull up to 40 lbs in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient computer skills including warehouse software.
• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Ship finished goods, palletize, wrap, stage, pick and pack orders.
• Receive and put away shipments following HACCP/food-safety standards.
• Operate forklift, pallet jacks, order picker, and other equipment with current certifications.
• Prepare and stage materials for production.
• Track lot numbers and expiration dates with attention to detail.
• Record inventory levels and report shortages or expirations.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain sanitation per BRC standards.
• Document deliveries and input data into the MRP system.
• Follow safety guidelines and company policies; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Lift 40 lbs

Computer skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Now hiring 1st shift Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

The Warehouse position is responsible for all efforts related to shipping, inventory control, warehouse sanitation, and receiving while maintaining a safe environment. This responsibility includes ensuring efficiency as well as accuracy with inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Shipping Lucks finished goods to customers, including palletizing, wrapping & staging materials as well as picking & packing orders.
• Receive and put away all incoming shipments, adhering to HACCAP standards and food safety compliance.
• Safely operate forklift, pallet jacks, order picker and other equipment for material movement, while maintaining up-to-date certifications/licenses.
• Prep and stage materials for production.
• Prioritize attention to detail & understanding of lot number tracking associated with expiration dates.
• Observe, record & report inventory levels to prevent product shortages & expiration.
• Perform Cycle Counts when necessary.
• Warehouse sanitation, per BRC required practices.
• Use and understand Personal Protective Equipment in a safe manner.
• Report all food and personnel safety concerns to Warehouse Management.
• Perform administrative duties in MRP system, ensuring timely updates and accurate data input into the system.
• Document all incoming and outgoing deliveries per company requirements.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines.
• Achieve individual performance standards alongside continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications (Education/Experience)

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Ability to work flexible schedule with occasional overtime and/or weekend hours.
• Prior warehouse experience desired.
• Ability to lift, push/pull up to 40 lbs., bend, stoop, or reach above the shoulders and below the knees in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptive and flexible to change.
• Proficient computer skills to include warehouse specific software.
• Exceptional time management, organization, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic planning abilities.
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with diverse groups of co-workers and supervisors.
• Strong attention to detail.

All full time employees working an average of thirty (30) hours or more will be eligible to enroll in a comprehensive benefit package.

DecoPac, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees according to all applicable laws, directives and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping with this commitment, DecoPac, Inc. will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including factors related to pregnancy or child birth), national origin, age, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity status with regard to public assistance, employment status, local human rights commission activity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other protected category.