Distribution Specialist

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Sr. Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: No
• Location: Onsite
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time Regular
• Pay Range: $21-$25/Hr
  
  

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.”

Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.

You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms ( LinkedIn , Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh ( LinkedIn , Instagram and TikTok ).

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

This job contributes to Evolution Fresh success by moving product within a warehouse or distribution center in accordance with production, order and delivery schedules, and other business requirements. Models and acts in accordance with Evolution Fresh guiding principles

JOB DUTIES:

• Performs a range of shipping, receiving and inventory control duties, including loading and unloading of trailers, replenishing stock, filling orders
• Providing inventory services, and completing required documentation of product movement
• Ensures quality by continually reviewing work to detect and correct errors
• Safely and effectively operates a variety of powered industrial trucks to perform various distribution tasks
• Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same
• Understands and follows established safety guidelines, consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out)
• Supports food safety, legality, and quality programs.
• Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures
• Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools84
• Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Evolution Fresh Mission & Values
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
• Distribution Experience (1 year)
  
  

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written direction
• Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications, and safety standards
• Familiarity with computerized inventory and order selection systems
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance
• Ability to operate required material handling equipment
• Ability to work on elevated equipment
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Distribution/Warehouse experience (1 year)
• Experience operating a stand-up powered industrial truck (1 year)
• Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
• Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF).
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:

• O= Occasional (up to 25% of time)
• F = Frequent (26%-74% of time)
• C = Constant (75% or more of time) Requirement
  
  

What We Offer

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
  
  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@bolthouse.com .

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

1st and 2nd shift (Flex Schedule)