Warehouse Operations Associate

Restaurant Technologies; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus opportunities

401(k) plan with matching contribution

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Restaurant Technologies in Memphis, TN is seeking a Warehouse Operations Associate responsible for shipping, receiving, and inventory management. You will ensure regulatory compliance and maintain food safety standards while operating forklifts and managing fleet upkeep.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of warehouse experience, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Excellent collaboration and attention to detail are essential. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 2+ years of warehouse-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to obtain DOT medical card.
• Willingness to pass a DOT-mandated pre-employment drug test.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to use hand tools for basic repairs.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shipping and receiving of materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory and reconciliation.
• Operate forklifts safely within the warehouse.
• Conduct safety inspections on fleet vehicles.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Smartphones and handheld devices

Job description

Warehouse Operations Associate – Restaurant Technologies

About the Role

The Warehouse Operations Associate is a key member of the depot team, responsible for shipping, receiving, inventory management, fleet upkeep, and maintaining food safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Shipping, Receiving and Inventory Management – Oversee the shipping of materials to customers, prepare corporate returns, and support the weekly receiving of cooking oil tanker trucks. Verify load specifications against COAs and execute secure connection and removal of tankers following safety protocols. Maintain accurate receiving and reconciliation of orders and inventory, and process corporate repair bins and returns.
• Warehouse Inspection – Inspect oil samples for contaminants, conduct warehouse inspections, and ensure there are no hazards or deficiencies.
• Forklift Operations – Operate a forklift to safely move, load, unload, and stack materials within the warehouse while adhering to safety protocols. Load fleet vehicles with cooking oil for daily delivery routes.
• Fleet Maintenance – Follow weekly SSOPs to clean filters and hoses, ensure truck cleanliness, conduct verification checks on delivery truck flow meters, perform truck calibrations, and make repairs or replacements of pumps and hoses.
• Fleet Safety and Compliance – If a valid CDL is available, move DOT-regulated trucks within the depot and conduct routine safety inspections to ensure road readiness and compliance.
• Warehouse Cleaning and Maintenance – Execute daily SSOPs to maintain sanitary conditions, complete food safety documentation, sanitize warehouse floors and common areas, and log corrective actions in regulatory logs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 2+ years of warehouse‑related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and current DOT medical card or willingness to obtain one.
• Willingness to pass a DOT‑mandated pre‑employment drug test.
• Clean driving record and adherence to Fleet Safety Policy requirements.
• Willingness to obtain forklift operator certification (training provided).
• Mechanically inclined with ability to use hand tools for basic repairs and maintenance on fleet equipment and warehouse machinery.
• Proficiency with smartphones and handheld devices for warehouse tasks.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds by hand, move several hundred yards by cart, bend, stoop, squat, stand, walk, climb, twist, turn, and reach out; climb ladders up to 20 feet.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy in documentation, and the ability to set priorities and manage multiple goals.
• Excellent collaboration skills with internal teams and outstanding customer service orientation.
• Highly organized with the ability to maintain orderly work environments and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of warehouse‑related experience.
• 2+ years of experience with shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
• 2+ years of experience executing daily SSOPs and completing HACCP documentation.
• 2+ years of fleet maintenance, cleaning, calibration, and minor repairs.
• Previous experience driving trucks with CDL Class A or B.

Benefits

• Base pay: $20 per hour + shift differential + overtime + quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Shift schedule: 5x8, Monday‑Friday, 8:00AM–4:30PM.
• Medical: $0 premium single coverage or employer HSA contribution for family coverage.
• Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development support.
• 401(k) plan with matching contribution up to 4.5% of compensation.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Employee referral bonus: $3,000; new customer referral bonus: $200.

EEO Statement

Restaurant Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. For accommodations due to a disability, please contact [e-mail] or call 1‑888‑796‑4997.