Warehouse Specialist - 12 Hour Nights

Tandem Foods; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Foods is seeking a Warehouse Specialist to support production, shipping, and receiving while complying with SQF/BRC food safety standards. The role demands attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment on 12 Hour Nights, with forklift operation and inventory control responsibilities.

You will perform order picking with RF scanners, load/unload trucks, maintain equipment, and document activities. Flexibility for shifts and strong safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing preferred.
• Forklift certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to GMPs and food safety/quality requirements under SQF/BRC.
• Operate forklifts safely and maintain equipment.
• Review production sheets to resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Accurately pick customer orders using RF scanners and pick-tickets.
• Load/unload transport vehicles and ensure secure placement of products.
• Document shipping/receiving activities thoroughly.
• Follow FIFO procedures and maintain inventory control.
• Perform maintenance and housekeeping to keep areas safe.
• Support other warehouse or production duties as assigned.

Skills

Math and reading comprehension

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Safe forklift operation

Organizational skills

Shift flexibility

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MRP systems

RF scanner technology

Job description

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of warehouse functions to support production, shipping, and receiving operations while ensuring compliance with all food safety and quality standards under SQF/BRC. This role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safe practices and supporting the team’s overall operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all food safety/quality requirements under SQF/BRC.
• Maintain safe work practices, including proper forklift operation, safe driving speeds, horn usage, and seatbelt compliance.
• Review production sheets to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Accurately pick customer orders by interpreting pick-tickets and using RF scanner systems.
• Load and unload transport vehicles, ensuring products are securely and evenly placed.
• Maintain forklift equipment, complete daily inspections, and ensure proper shutdown and charging procedures.
• Document all shipping and receiving activities thoroughly and accurately.
• Follow FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures for all warehouse inventory unless otherwise directed.
• Strictly adhere to company inventory control and MRP system policies.
• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks to keep warehouse areas safe and organized.
• Support other warehouse or production-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong mathematical and reading comprehension skills with mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of MRP systems and RF scanner technology.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (certification required).
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work different shifts or extended hours as business needs require.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid forklift certification.
• Minimum 1–3 years of warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing/warehousing environment is a plus.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Tandem Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We value and promote diversity in the workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status.

Shift

12 Hour Nights

Pay Range

21.42

Work Setting

Onsite

Location(s)

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