Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Who are we? Fresca Foods, located just outside Boulder, Colorado, has been a dynamic force in the natural foods industry for two decades. We partner with global food companies and innovative entrepreneurs to revolutionize the food system, focusing on safety and excellence. As a top Boulder County employer and recipient of industry accolades, we're dedicated to community service. Our high-energy, fast-growing environment offers abundant opportunities for motivated individuals who share our passion for great food and our commitment to shaping the future of the company.

Position Overview
The overarching goal of all warehouse positions is to facilitate an efficient and organized flow of product into and out of the warehouse. Using the FIFO method, Warehouse Associates perform receiving, stocking, selection, pallet consolidation, and unloading and loading of trucks using both sit-down and stand-up forklifts. Fresca’s warehouse is a fast-paced environment in which all employees must effectively respond to changing production schedules.

The Warehouse Associate will be part of a team that is deeply committed to the mission and the joy of making great food. The company is in growth mode and will highly value applicants with the desire, drive, collaboration, and creativity to help shape the future of the company. Join us for an exciting journey ahead!

We currently have the following opening:

• 1st Shift 4:00 AM-2:30 PM Monday-Saturday

Essential Functions

• Utilizing a forklift, performs receiving, stocking, selection, pallet consolidation, unloading and loading of trucks as scheduled or assigned
• Uses a scan gun to track materials
• Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Attends all team and Warehouse communication meetings
• Participates in quarterly physical inventory or as needed
• Ensures the condition of the work areas are in order and in compliance with company policies & applicable health and safety codes
• Maintains a basic knowledge of all products carried in the warehouse
• Performs work in a fast-paced environment and effectively responds to changing production schedules
• Other duties as assigned

Experience, Skills, Knowledge & Education

• 2 years’ experience operating a forklift required
• 2 years’ experience in order pulling required
• 1 years’ scan gun experience required. Accuracy is a must!
• Prior experience in food manufacturing warehouse environment required; demonstrated proficiency in food safety (i.e., allergen management)
• Stand-up forklift experience a PLUS! Will consider candidates without stand-up experience if candidate is able and willing to learn and understands the nature of being on their feet during their entire work shift
• Basic computer skills required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Knowledge on general warehouse practices & high awareness of safety
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Team player

Work Environment

• Able to work 8 hours shifts in a mostly fixed schedule, yet flexible to work nights and/or weekends as required
• Able to stand for extended periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Mandatory use of required personal protective equipment
• Use of electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and other heavy machinery
• Use of box cutters
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and capable of lifting 20 lbs on a repeated basis throughout the day
• Frequent bending, stooping and climbing
• Able to work in varying temperatures
• Comfortable with a moderate noise level
• Able to work in an environment with peanuts and tree nuts

Compensation & Benefits

• $22-$23/hour to start DOE, with room to grow!
• $200 new employee bonus after 2 months of full time hours, another $200 after 4th month
• $600 referral bonus incentive
• Fresca Foods offers a generous benefits package, including health insurance, vision insurance, dental benefit, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays

At Fresca, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Fresca Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal consideration regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. In addition, Fresca Foods is committed to equal pay for equal work. The pay range indicated in this job posting represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Although actual pay may vary and may be above or below this range, generally speaking, offers will typically be made in the bottom half of the listed range. The amount offered will take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment.

Please, no third party inquiries.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• This position requires prior experience in a food manufacturing warehouse environment. Indicate here the name(s) of prior food manufacturing company(ies) you've worked for.
• What are your minimum hourly pay expectations? The range for this position is $22-$23/hour, DOE.
• Does this shift work for you? 1st Shift Monday - Saturday 4:00 AM-2:30 PM

Experience:

• Forklift (Sit Down): 2 years (Required)
• Forklift (Stand Up): 1 year (Preferred)
• Order Pulling: 2 years (Required)
• Scan Gun: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $23