Warehouse Lead

Ben E. Keith Company; Elba (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food and beverage distribution is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Operations Assistant. In this role, you will oversee daily warehouse activities, coordinate logistics, and train team members to ensure operational efficiency. You will be responsible for managing incoming and outgoing shipments while adhering to safety standards and company regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a family-owned business that values diversity and supports its employees with competitive benefits, including medical coverage, 401K matching, and educational assistance. Join a team where your contributions are valued, and help us continue our legacy of quality service.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Matching Contribution

Profit-Sharing Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Employee Credit Union

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience operating a pallet jack and forklift.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily warehouse functions such as receiving and shipping.
• Train and support team members to meet operational goals.
• Ensure timely processing of orders and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Pallet Jack Operation

Forklift Operation

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing Software Systems

Job description

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Position Summary : Assists in overseeing daily warehouse operations, coordinating logistics, training team members, and maintaining overall efficiency of the department. This role is responsible for coordinating all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company standards and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist in coordinating and organizing daily warehouse functions such as receiving, picking, shipping, and inventory
• Train, guide, and support department to meet operational goals
• Monitor performance and provide feedback to staff; escalate issues to management as needed
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of orders and shipments
• Assist with various inventory-related functions as necessary
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts in an efficient and safe manner
• Assemble product on pallets in a manner which will enable transportation of product to customers while minimizing damage to boxes and product
• Communicate with management on product availability
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse
• Keep work area, tools, and equipment clean and sanitized
• Adhere to all USDA, HACCP, SSOP, food safety, and employee safety policies
• Be available to work flexible hours, as needed, based on production demand
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• One to three years’ experience operating a pallet jack and forklift
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math skills required
• Experience with manufacturing software systems preferred
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 80lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work in wet and cold (32-40º) environment.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

· Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

· Short and Long Term Disability

· 401K with matching contribution

· Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Wellness Program

· Educational Assistance Program

· Paid Vacation and holidays

· Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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