Inventory Warehouse Worker

About the role

This position is responsible for reconciling physical inventory against system-led counts on a daily basis. Key duties include discovering and investigating discrepancies, determining root causes, documenting incidents, rectifying issues, and reporting to supervisors to improve policies and procedures.

The role operates in a cold storage warehouse environment (near freezing temperatures) with exposure to heavy machinery, stacked racks, and weather elements (extreme heat, humidity, and cold). The company operates 24 hours a day, 6 days a week (Sunday morning through Friday evening), requiring flexibility to work any assigned shift based on seniority policy.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily inventory plans and counting processes.
• Communicate inventory plans with Operations Supervisors to ensure smooth coordination between operations and inventory management.
• Prepare and compile inventory-related documents, including van sheets, reconciliation worksheets (count sheets), and compilation sheets.
• Direct warehouse workers to count inventory accurately using company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with warehouse workers to adjust inventory counts in real time by adding or removing items from counted areas.
• Issue recounts for large discrepancies, missing items, expensive items, and common errors.
• Partner with supervisors to report issues (e.g., quality concerns, missing labels) identified during counting.
• Post batches following company guidelines.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies using tools such as video surveillance, trailer sheets, and Produce Pro reports.
• Rectify discrepancies by issuing credits, billing customers, adjusting sales, or altering receiving quantities.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and leaders regarding problems or incomplete tasks.
• Operate heavy powered equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts) safely and efficiently.
• Prepare and complete orders on schedule, including loading, packing, wrapping, labeling, shipping, storing, and preparing items for shipment.
• Receive and process warehouse stock products (pick, unload, label, store).
• Perform inventory controls while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Complete assigned tasks urgently while adhering to proper guidelines and standards.
• Maintain knowledge of product storage temperatures and distinguish products by attributes such as lot number, brand, size, and quality.
• Build pallets properly to ensure product quality and secure stacking.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by optimizing space, removing empty pallets, and disposing of waste (wrap, tape, straps) in appropriate bins.
• Follow all safety and food safety procedures and policies; correct unsafe situations immediately.
• Perform work assignments with limited supervision and focus on the task at hand.
• Complete clerical tasks such as equipment inspection sheets, trailer sheets, and other necessary documentation.
• Assist customers with their orders as needed.
• Perform duties outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for warehousemen.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ year of warehouse worker experience.
• Good working knowledge of computers and current operating software.
• Ability to safely operate heavy powered equipment (e.g., electric pallet jack, forklift); training provided if needed.
• Proficiency in Produce Pro or similar sales and inventory systems; training provided if needed.
• Flexible work schedule, with willingness to work up to 10 hours per day.
• Understanding of general and food safety policies and procedures; training provided if needed.
• Punctuality, dependability, and adherence to attendance policies.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment with a positive attitude.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and occasionally stressful environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and maneuver items up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a 10-hour shift.
• Prolonged periods of walking, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing for up to 10 hours per shift.
• Frequent stooping or squatting throughout the shift.
• Must wear proper protective equipment, including steel-toe/composite-toe boots and safety vests.

Pay

$20.00 per hour + $1.50 job premium.