Warehouse Laborer

Kaps Wholesale Food Services, Inc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaps Wholesale Food Services, Inc. in Detroit is seeking a Warehouse Laborer responsible for accurately picking, assembling, and preparing customer orders in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled warehouse.

The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and reliability, with early starts and extended shifts. You will move and organize product, verify contents, and support daily distribution operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in food distribution, warehousing, shipping, or receiving preferred.
• Hi-lo or pallet jack certification is a plus and may qualify for a rate premium.

Responsibilities

• Pick, assemble, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Verify order contents to ensure completeness and accuracy prior to shipment.
• Move, stack, and organize product in designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards throughout the warehouse.
• Follow all company safety policies and operational procedures.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks as needed to support daily operations.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced work

Reliability and punctuality

Team player

Basic math

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hi-lo or pallet jack certification (plus)

Tools

Hi-lo pallet jack certification

Job description

The Warehouse Laborer is responsible for accurately picking, assembling, and preparing customer orders in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled warehouse environment. This role is critical to maintaining order accuracy, productivity, and safety while supporting daily distribution operations. The ideal candidate is dependable, physically capable, and able to meet early start times and extended work schedules.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Pick, assemble, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Verify order contents to ensure completeness and accuracy prior to shipment.
• Move, stack, and organize product in designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards throughout the warehouse.
• Follow all company safety policies and operational procedures.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks as needed to support daily operations.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order fulfillment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to meet attendance expectations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in food distribution, warehousing, shipping, or receiving preferred.
• Hi-lo or pallet jack certification is a plus and may qualify for a rate premium.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and move products and packaging weighing over 75 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods of time
• Comfortable working in cold environments, including coolers and freezers
• Must be able to wear appropriate cold-weather gear and safety equipment
• Reliable transportation to and from work site is required

Employment with Kaps is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where applicable, a drug screening. By applying for this position, applicants acknowledge and consent to these screenings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.