Distribution Associate I

Chef Works•Poway, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Chef Works is hiring a Distribution Associate I to support accurate and timely order processing, stock organization, and a safe, efficient warehouse. The role includes order picking and restocking, checking garments into embroidery operations, packing and shipping customer orders, material handling, and general warehouse upkeep. Employees work in a team-based, fast-paced environment and are expected to meet productivity and quality standards. The position is scheduled for the second shift, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with frequent overtime. The stated pay rate is $19.70 per hour plus a $0.75 hourly shift differential, with potential monthly bonuses.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months to one year of previous work experience, preferably in a light industrial setting.
Basic computer experience, including data entry, email, and data lookup in a Windows 2007 or later environment.
Ability to follow verbal, written, and visual instructions.
Ability to count accurately and write legibly.
Demonstrated attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced warehouse environment and meet productivity and output standards.
Ability to shift between job duties and functions without loss of productivity.
Basic demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
Frequent lifting of 35 pounds or less, generally at waist level and sometimes above or below waist level; no lifting above shoulder level in this category.
Occasional lifting of 10 pounds or less above shoulder level.
Ability to stand for up to 100% of the time.
Ability to work frequent overtime, including outside the regularly scheduled shift and on weekends.

Responsibilities

Pick customer orders manually or using the Opex pick system, ensuring the correct products and quantities are selected.
Replenish products in pick zones and consolidate products into totes for conveyance.
Check garments into embroidery operations using Embtrak software and verify that the correct garments were picked.
Pack customer orders, verify that products are correct and undamaged, and follow specialized packaging codes.
Ship packed orders, seeking supervisor approval when required.
Assist with unloading containers and vehicles.
Enter received products into the Warehouse Management System according to work instructions.
Assist with cycle counting and physical inventory activities as needed.
Fold and repack garments and return them to the correct location.
Follow established safety and quality standards and meet productivity and output standards.
Maintain a clean work environment, including sweeping, emptying trash, and general warehouse cleanup.
Suggest process improvements and uphold Chef Works Core Values.