What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer/Seasonal Beer Merchandiser position at L. Knife & Son?
L. Knife & Son is a family-owned and operated beer distribution company located in Kingston, MA. We distribute the world’s best beverage suppliers.
L. Knife & Son has an excellent opportunity for 2025 summer (seasonal) employment. We are currently looking to fill a seasonal Merchandiser position. We are looking for an energetic individual with a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility to join and contribute to our team. This position is a hands-on, entry level role that will provide you valuable knowledge and experience in the beverage and distribution industry AND has the potential to turn into a permanent position. This a great opportunity for 18 students interested in seasonal employment over their Summer break with a potential for long-term career opportunity.
Check out our SFC Merchandiser: A Day in the Life video to learn more this role! (https://youtu.be/MkTc8HtSWM4)
Essential Job Functions:
- Follow a specified route using your personal vehicle on a daily basis
- Build displays, breakdown and restock deliveries at retail accounts
- Ensure that all product is rotated and code policy is followed
- Stock shelves, end caps, and coolers with product to ensure proper cooler and shelf management
- Maintain good relationships with our customers
- Collaborate with other team members
- Other duties as assigned
What We Are Looking For:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Enthusiastic, high energy, and self-motivated individual with a desire to succeed
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must have strong attention to detail, communicate effectively, and strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation auto insurance
Critical Physical Demands:
- Walking and climbing stairs
- Two handed lifting, handling and carrying of cases from floor to overhead levels on a frequent basis.
- Pushing and pulling a hand truck and/or cart loaded with up to 165 pounds on level and inclined surfaces on a frequent basis
- Sustained squatting, kneeling, and/or bending while handling products
The Sheehan Family Companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in an inclusive culture that provides mutual respect with salary advancement based on merit and individual performance. Sheehan Family Companies is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against any protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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