What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at No Meat Factory Inc.?
About No Meat Factory Inc.
With our extensive expertise in plant-based foods, we’re dedicated to crafting winning products that offer unique flavors and textures, serving as top-notch plant-based alternatives. No Meat Factory products offer outstanding nutritional value, extended shelf life, and full compliance with all food safety regulations.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Associate’s primary responsibilities include the efficient movement of goods in the warehouse, accurate inventory management and documentation. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to maintain inventory data in the WMS ERP system.
Job Duties
- Movement of Goods & Equipment Operation:
- Manage the efficient movement of goods in the warehouse.
- Safely operate power equipment to move, organize and palletize product in the warehouse and production areas.
- Receive raw material and process incoming orders while ensuring accuracy and quality of goods.
- Pick and select items from inventory based on production specifications.
- Timely and accurate dispatch of products in the warehouse.
- Organize and rotate products (FIFO) according to Food Safety and Quality standards.
- Perform daily inspections and maintenance of forklifts and power equipment.
- Work closely with facilities & maintenance department to address equipment breakdowns and issues in the warehouse.
Inventory Management:
- Conduct regular audits, stock counts and update inventory records.
- Accurate data-entry in WMS ERP system.
- Document management including physical and digital records.
Quality Control, Safety & Compliance:
- Check products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Identify and report quality issues and concerns promptly.
- Work safely and maintain a clean work environment.
- Adhere to mandatory PPE requirements.
- Report safety hazards and potential contaminations to immediate supervisor.
- Comply with Occupational Safety & Health Administration policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and applicable state and federal policies and procedures.
Other Duties as Assigned:
- Work closely with management team on ad hoc projects in the warehouse.
- Partner with various departments daily on warehouse and production setup.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 3 years’ experience working in shipping and receiving, order selecting or equivalent role.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience operating a forklift required.
- Previous experience working in food manufacturing or food distribution considered an asset.
- Previous experience working with an WMS ERP system or related software considered a bonus.
- High school diploma required.
- Working towards or completion of post-secondary education considered a bonus.
- Forklift certification considered a bonus.
- Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Office suite required (MS Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook).
- Strong technical skills and ability to learn and navigate systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- High attention to detail, meticulous and ability to maintain high quality work and accuracy.
- Nurtures a safety-first and proactive mindset.
- Adaptable, resourceful and a willingness to learn.
Working Conditions:
- This will be a Monday to Friday schedule to start and will include a weekend shift.
- Shift start times vary and will range from 6 am to 8 am.
- Weekend work, overtime and statutory holiday hours will be required.
- The incumbent will be working in various areas of the warehouse and production including but not limited to coolers and freezers with varying temperatures.
- Safe operation of power equipment will be required.
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 /- lbs may be required.
- Long periods of standing, sitting and bending required for the role.
No Meat Factory Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, protected veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Compensation range for this position in Stanwood, Washington: $22 to $27 per hour. The compensation depends on qualifications and experience. This position is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan annually, personal medical and parental leave, paid holidays, and family care benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Morning shift
- Rotating shift
Experience:
- Warehouse experience: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $27
