Associate, Warehouse

SUNKIST GROWERS LLC•Exeter, CA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Warehouse Associate 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
Three-five 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.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability (English/Spanish) desirable

Responsibilities

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 status of direct order
Conducts cycle counts as required (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.)
Maintains and updates inventory locations as required
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 operation center policy