Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator - Lenexa, KS
About The Position
We are mixing up something new in Lenexa, KS. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot’s Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot’s Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team in the Lenexa, KS location The Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring all materials entering and exiting the building are accurate and of high quality. This position will ensure that things are set up and organized, as well as overseeing daily operations.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Certified forklift operator required; use of stand up is preferred
- Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift 40 pounds repetitively
- Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift
- Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.
- Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Experience with S4 and VisiTrak systems is preferred
Responsibilities
- Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations
- Fill out all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
- Prepare product orders to meet pick-up demands
- Create accurate shipping labels and packing slips
- Pick the right product from inventory and packaging using the correct material
- Physically prepare and load all freight orders for pickup
- Properly document receipts of incoming materials, checking packing slips for accuracy
- Ensure that all product entering or leaving the building meets quality standards
- Coordinate with Operations and Shipping to ensure order timelines are met.
- Receive all incoming orders and store in racking
- Organize material storage in the warehouse to prevent clutter
- Work with processing and packaging to provide their necessary materials for daily operation
- Conduct inventory reconciliation on a daily basis
- Keep physical track of inventory
- Maintain clean and orderly work area
- Assist in areas of production as needed
- Represent self and company in a professional and positive manner
- Attend required company meetings and training and participate in constructive discussion
- Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
- Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set
- Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
- Perform all other duties assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner
- Use personal protective equipment as required
Benefits
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Starting Day 1!
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Bonus of $500, when eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
