Shipping & Receiving Team Member

Description

ABOUT KALERA:

• Headquartered in Denver, CO, Kalera is a science and technology-driven company dedicated to growing the very best possible produce; it is smart horticulture at its best. As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments.
• Founded in 2010, Kalera has perfected unique hydroponic growing methods combining optimized nutrients and light recipes, precise environmental controls, and clean room standards to produce safe, highly nutritious, pesticide-free, non-GMO vegetables with consistent high quality and longer shelf life year-round. With indoor facilities situated right where the demand is, Kalera can supply an abundance of produce locally, eliminating the need for long distance shipping. This means Kalera can ensure the highest quality and freshness by delivering products to customers within hours of harvest year-round. Kalera's plants grow while consuming 95% less water compared to field farming.

Job Summary

As a Shipping & Receiving Worker at Kalera, you will play a crucial role in the logistics operations, ensuring the accurate and timely handling of shipments and inventory. You will manage incoming and outgoing deliveries while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and food safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Shipping Duties:

· Accurately prepare and package orders for shipment according to customer requirements.

· Ensure shipments are correctly labeled and documented for transport.

· Load and unload delivery trucks, ensuring products are handled with care to maintain quality and integrity.

· Coordinate with logistics teams to meet shipping deadlines and resolve discrepancies.

Receiving Duties:

· Inspect and verify incoming deliveries against purchase orders and invoices.

· Record and update inventory levels in the system upon receipt of goods.

· Organize and store products and materials in designated areas while adhering to food safety and storage guidelines.

General Duties:

· Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and shipping area.

· Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or other equipment as needed.

· Conduct regular inventory checks and assist with inventory control tasks.

· Follow all company policies and food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent is required.

· Previous experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations is preferred.

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Basic computer skills for inventory and shipping documentation.

· Ability to operate or willingness to be trained on equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

· Ability to read, write, and comprehend safety and work instructions written in English

· Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

· Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

What We Offer:

· Competitive hourly wage.

· Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.

· Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding industry.

· A supportive and innovative work environment focused on sustainability and excellence.

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Join Our Team!

If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and eager to work in a dynamic and growing company, Kalera is the perfect fit for you. Help us deliver fresh, sustainable produce to our customers while advancing your career in a forward-thinking industry.

Kalera provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, or protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, service in the military, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Kalera posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what Kalera anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.

Salary : $21 - $23