Associate, Warehouse (PM Shift 1pm-9:30pm) (64817)

Thistle Health•Vacaville, CA

About The Position

Warehouse Associates are essential to Thistle's operations, ensuring seamless inventory, shipping, and receiving functions. The role delivers products to various departments within the facility, maintains accurate documentation, and supports production with efficiency and precision. The position is in the warehouse and reports to the Supervisor, Warehouse. Thistle makes fully prepared meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. Founded in 2013, the company aims to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of the food system. The role requires work in cold environments, including freezers, and physically demanding tasks such as standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs for extended periods. A state-designated Food Handlers Certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of warehouse receiving experience.
Ability to work in cold environments, including freezers.
Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods.
Proficiency with scales, box cutters, and hand tools.
Self-motivation, strong problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage batch requirements and work under tight deadlines.
State-designated Food Handlers Certification required within 30 days of hire.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse receiving experience in a high-volume food production environment.
Familiarity with food product materials and GMP manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

Receive, organize, and store materials accurately, maintaining up-to-date records of movements and stock levels.
Conduct weekly inventory assessments and ensure FIFO rotation for perishables.
Pull and prepare materials for production, monitor ingredient use, pre-batch items, and weigh, label, and package products accurately.
Verify product quality upon receipt, document food waste, and notify management of quality concerns.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance and management to address issues promptly.
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move and stage materials.
Communicate with vendors to manage pickups, returns, and order shortages.
Collaborate with Procurement and leadership to resolve supply chain challenges.
Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations during inventory activities.
Partner with supervisors and managers to prioritize tasks, troubleshoot inventory issues, and support operational needs.
Perform other duties as assigned in the plant.