receiving Assistant

Southwest Traders, Inc•Temecula, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Southwest Traders, Inc. is a full service distribution company delivering fresh, frozen, and dry products to national accounts, specialty ice cream & yogurt shops, juice & smoothie bars. SWT now has full distribution centers in CA, and yard locations in AZ and NV. Fast paced Food Service Distributor is currently seeking an experienced Receiving Assistant for our Distribution Center. We are seeking experienced, dependable, organized, team player preferably with a background in food distribution.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
1 year of related experience.
Familiarity with warehouse or inventory software systems.
Experience in food service or food distribution environments highly preferred.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and accountability.
Reliable and responsible work ethic.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to changes.
Must be capable of working in dry, cooler, and frozen environments.
Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Verify and maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Ensure all merchandise is properly inspected, documented, stored, and prepared for distribution.
Examine shipment contents and compare against manifests, invoices, and purchase orders to verify accuracy.
Identify and document damaged goods, shortages, or discrepancies.
Determine appropriate shipping methods using knowledge of routes and rates.
Move materials using warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and hand trucks.
Calculate storage, shipping, and related charges as necessary.
Inspect product quality and condition upon receipt.
Accurately identify and distinguish between similar products.
Move product to appropriate storage locations.
Maintain familiarity with all warehouse product locations.
Follow instructions from managers and supervisors accurately.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.