Warehouse Receiver

KeHE Distributors, LLC; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

KeHE Distributors, a leader in natural and organic food distribution, is seeking a Warehouse Receiver in Douglasville, GA. The role involves receiving and inspecting merchandise, maintaining accurate records, and working in varying temperature environments. Ideal candidates have warehouse experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills, while providing a positive work atmosphere. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and retirement options.

Benefits

Health/Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k)

Paid time off

Short term & long term disability

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse environment required.
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Knowledge of safety practices essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack merchandise from vendors.
• Maintain records of incoming goods and shipment accuracy.
• Inspect products for quality and proper storage.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jacks

Warehouse computer systems

Job description

Why Work for KeHE?

• Full-time
• Pay Range: $16.25/Hr. - $20.00/Hr.
• Shift Days: M-F, Shift Time: 11:30 PM
• Benefits after 30 days
  • Health/Rx
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid sick time
  • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
  • Holiday pay for company designated holidays
  
  Overview
  
  

  Good people, working with good people, for our common good.

  Sound good?

  KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!

  
  Primary Responsibilities
  
  

  The Warehouse Receiver will be responsible for receiving merchandise and materials from outside vendors. The Warehouse Receiver will also be responsible for handling, unpacking, or uncrating merchandise and materials for routing or storage in the proper department. They are also responsible for documenting damaged goods and/or shortages/overages.

  Will be required to work in Freezer (-20 degrees) and Cooler Environment (32 degrees). PPE will be provided.

  
  Essential Functions
  
  
  • Maintain records of incoming goods and check bills of lading or purchase orders on incoming shipments.
  • Endorse and verify shipment accuracy against purchase orders and make appropriate adjustments if necessary (i.e., over/short, damaged product, change in size). Notify department manager of discrepancies.
  • Inspect product for quality, freshness, damage, proper size, and expiration code date or “sell by” dates.
  • Unload trucks and break down pallets that do not immediately fit in allotted reserve storage spots.
  • Select orders for special store orders (i.e. add-ons) and stock product as needed.
  • Pull product returned from stores off trailers and stage for check-in process.
  • Charge or change (cable or electric hoist) batteries for pallet jacks and industrial trucks.
  • Rotate product properly by confirming expiration dates.
  • Open master cases for repack selecting.
  • Load trucks for delivery of product to the main warehouse dock.
  • Must maintain good attendance and safe work practices.
  • Maintain safeguards of confidential company information.
  • Other duties and special projects as requested.

  Shift:

  Monday - Friday 11:30 p.m. - finish (8-12 hour shift)

  Pay Rate:

  $16.25/hr

  
  Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude
  
  
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • A minimum of two (2) years previous experience working in a warehouse environment.

  Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Previous experience operating powered industrial equipment (i.e., forklift, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.).
  • Warehouse computer system knowledge strongly preferred.
  • Ability to communicate well with internal customers and management.
  • Ability to follow safe working practices, as instructed.
  • Ability to efficiently work independent of direct supervision.

  Physical Requirements:

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to carry, lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The associate is frequently required to stand, walk, and climb. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a warehouse environment where temperatures can vary from very cool to very warm. The associate is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate to high.