Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift
About the role
Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food.
Responsibilities
- Utilize a finger scanner and our Warehouse Management System (WMS) interface to accurately locate and select products from designated storage areas within the refrigerated warehouse.
- Safely and efficiently pack selected items into appropriate packaging, considering temperature-sensitive requirements for refrigerated products.
- Ensure that all picked items match customer orders and meet Misfits’ quality standards.
- Use the appropriate packaging materials to prevent damage or spoliage during transportation.
- Conduct regular quality checks on products to identify any damages, discrepancies, or expiration issues.
- Work closely with team members to achieve daily operational targets.
- Verify and maintain inventory levels within your bay, communicating effectively with other teams to ensure timely replenishment and minimize disruptions.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in a food-based, refrigerated environment.
- Help us maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
- Complete all assigned safety training as required in a timely manner.
- Maintain functional knowledge in all areas of the production line, including box building and prepping.
Requirements
You must be authorized to work in the United States. You must be able to work in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees). Strong verbal communications skills are required. You must be willing to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you to. You must be able to thrive in a repetitive and fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills are essential. You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation. You must be able to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications
Nice for you to have: High School Diploma or equivalent. Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish). Experience working in a food-based environment.
Skills
Strong verbal communications skills. Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you. Ability to thrive in a repetitive and fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments. Life insurance. Paid vacation time. Paid holidays. Paid sick days. Commuter benefits. Competitive Hourly Wage: $16.50/hr. Shifts available: Sunday - Thursday 5AM to 1:30PMSaturday - Wednesday 5AM to 1:30PM Friday - Tuesday 5AM to 1:30PM Also available for 2nd Shift Sunday - Thursday 2PM to 10:30PMSaturday - Wednesday 2PM to 10:30PM
Pay
$16.50/hr
Schedule
Sunday - Thursday 5AM to 1:30PM
Saturday - Wednesday 5AM to 1:30PM
Friday - Tuesday 5AM to 1:30PM
Also available for 2nd Shift Sunday - Thursday 2PM to 10:30PM
Saturday - Wednesday 2PM to 10:30PM
Friday - Tuesday 2PM to 10:30PM