Warehouse Associate

Job Title: Warehouse Associate - Shipping & Receiving
Department: Warehouse Operations
Location: Franklin, ID
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation:

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for efficiently pulling products for customer orders, loading and unloading refrigerated trailers with eggs using pallet jacks and forklifts. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the timely and accurate fulfillment of orders, contributing to the overall success of our shipping and receiving operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Pull and palletize orders with the correct quantity and SKU, wrap with plastic, and prepare for loading on delivery trailers.
• Utilize standup forklifts and ride-on pallet jacks to load and unload semi-trailers and move freight around the warehouse.
• Load all outgoing containers and trailers in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Actively participate in and promote a safety culture by following safe work practices and adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
• Report incidents, accidents and any unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Learn product SKUs and become proficient with load/pick sheets and picking software.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures in a warehouse setting.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must pass a forklift driving test.

• Ability to read, understand, and speak simple sentences and follow directions and instructions.

• Basic math skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing with two-digit numbers, and working with money, weight, volume, and distance
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in various climate conditions including extreme heat and cold environments, walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends and/or holiday hours as required based on the production demand

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations, inventory management systems and basic computer skills.
• Warehouse and forklift experience preferred.
• Forklift and pallet jack certifications preferred.

Work Environment

This role requires working in a warehouse setting, which may involve exposure to cold environments. The position involves standing for long periods, bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing.

About Us

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms across multiple states. With over six decades of industry experience, our team is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. As a company built on shared values, we are committed to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. Join us to become part of something bigger, leading the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits

• Regular performance reviews
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.