Summary

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of warehouse functions to support production, shipping, and receiving operations while ensuring compliance with all food safety and quality standards under SQF/BRC. This role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safe practices and supporting the team’s overall operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all food safety/quality requirements under SQF/BRC.


• Maintain safe work practices, including proper forklift operation, safe driving speeds, horn usage, and seatbelt compliance.


• Review production sheets to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.


• Accurately pick customer orders by interpreting pick-tickets and using RF scanner systems.


• Load and unload transport vehicles, ensuring products are securely and evenly placed.


• Maintain forklift equipment, complete daily inspections, and ensure proper shutdown and charging procedures.


• Document all shipping and receiving activities thoroughly and accurately.


• Follow FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures for all warehouse inventory unless otherwise directed.


• Strictly adhere to company inventory control and MRP system policies.


• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks to keep warehouse areas safe and organized.


• Support other warehouse or production-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong mathematical and reading comprehension skills with mechanical aptitude.


• Working knowledge of MRP systems and RF scanner technology.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (certification required).


• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.


• Flexibility to work different shifts or extended hours as business needs require.


• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.