The primary function of the Warehouse Sales Associate role is to ensure timely and accurate shipping and receiving of all materials, manage inventory and stock in an organized and efficient manner, and maintain the premises of the warehouse, loading/unloading areas, and the warehouse yard.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: Sales Associate

• Adhere to all processes documented in receiving SOP’s
• Receive all incoming material within 24 hours
• Generate pallet tags for all incoming material
• Stock the warehouse with incoming material always adhering to bin locations, ensures accuracy of placement
• Follow first in/first out process when loading material
• Reconcile actual product shipped against vendor’s packing list, noting and reporting damage or discrepancies
• Matches vendor packing list to FGS purchase order noting and reporting discrepancies
• Stocks material(s) away in assigned location using the FIFO inventory system
• Prepares items to be shipped to customers and vendors
• Creates shipper’s bill of lading for materials being shipped
• Disburses paperwork through the appropriate channel to ensure proper records can be maintained
• Identifies and reports inventory discrepancies
• Timely communication with Buyers regarding the status of a direct order
• Conducts cycle counts as required (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.)
• Maintains and updates inventory locations as required
• Keep all aisles and receiving area clean, swept, and unobstructed
• Empty trash cans as needed and breakdown cardboard boxes
• Check all areas for unsafe conditions, reporting and correcting if possible
• Must be certified to operate all types of forklifts utilized at the facility
• Perform daily forklift maintenance/safety checks and document checklist
• Performs refueling procedures (propane)
• Must be trained in battery recharging procedures
• Prepares and conducts physical inventory
• Ability to be self-motivated, initiator and be part of a team who wants to succeed
• Manages attendance according to company policy

Minimum Educational and Experience Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 2-4 years in a back of house/warehouse environment
• Experience or exposure in the fields of agricultural sales, purchasing, light manufacturing or citrus production and processing
• Must have warehouse experience
• Forklift certification
• Effective time management skills
• Must be fast-paced, highly energetic, a self-starter, and possess a positive attitude
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 lbs. and handle bulky items. Occasionally, lift
  items up to 80 lbs.
• Valid CA Driver's License

“Actual salary/hourly wages rates are determined upon a variety of factors such as level of experience, skill, education and/or certifications; location and position pay range; and organizational internal equity factors.”

Well what is this job really about?

At Fruit Growers Supply Company, we believe that our strength and longevity is a result of the hard work and dedication from our employee’s contributions. We foster a safe and respectful work environment with diversity and inclusion for all employees. We aim to achieve a strong work/life balance for everyone by providing wellness education and benefits including holiday, vacation and sick time. We believe that when our employees are happy, so are our customers.

Behind our history of innovation and commitment to market leadership is a company devoted to providing continued education, excellent benefits and good working conditions. We provide all the resources you need to support your professional development, including:

• A variety of choices for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
• 401K retirement savings plan, Match
• Generous paid holiday and vacation benefits
• Internal and external training
• Generous educational assistance
• An open job posting system

Sunkist is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are open to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, immigration status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. AAP/M/F/V/D