Warehouse Team Member – Growth, Training & Benefits

Western Smokehouse Partners; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Western Smokehouse Partners in Burlington, IA is seeking a Warehouse Team Member to load and unload shipments, wrap pallets, and prepare products for shipping in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

You will operate forklifts and other equipment, maintain accurate paperwork, and ensure proper lot coding and timely put-away of goods while supporting inventory counts and cross-training within departments. This role prioritizes safety, teamwork, and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic math, reading, and documentation skills.
• Willingness to operate forklifts and other powered equipment.
• Follow safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with initiative when needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments, verifying condition and accuracy of product and packaging.
• Wrap, weigh, and prepare pallets for shipping according to customer and internal specifications.
• Operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other PITs safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving paperwork, including Bills of Lading, packing slips, and internal records.
• Ensure all cases are lot-coded correctly and product is put away on the same day it is received.
• Assist with picking and packing orders based on daily fulfillment requirements.
• Perform quality control checks on shipments to ensure accuracy, labeling, and product integrity.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized warehouse and dock areas.
• Support cross-training initiatives within the Packaging and Processing departments.
• Assist with month-end inventory counts and routine inventory spot checks.
• Label, scan, and store products using inventory and traceability systems.
• Communicate discrepancies or issues with received goods to supervisor or QA.
• Perform other related duties to support shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Western Smokehouse Partners in Burlington, IA is seeking a Warehouse Team Member to load and unload shipments, wrap pallets, and prepare products for shipping in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

You will operate forklifts and other equipment, maintain accurate paperwork, and ensure proper lot coding and timely put-away of goods while supporting inventory counts and cross-training within departments. This role prioritizes safety, teamwork, and reliability.