Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift (46159)

HOLLY POULTRY•Hanover, MD

23h•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the accurate, safe, and efficient handling, storage, and movement of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished poultry products. This position plays a vital role in supporting Holly Poultry’s Retail - Tray Pack Division and overall operations by ensuring that products are properly received, stored, and distributed in compliance with SQF, USDA, and company food safety and quality standards. The role involves both warehouse and cooler/freezer environments and requires a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Requirements

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
Experience with warehouse equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks (training provided if necessary).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–10+ hours per shift).
Frequent lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable working in cold and freezer environments (temperatures between 0°F and 40°F).
Must wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) at all times.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Forklift and pallet jack certification or willingness to obtain certification required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of food safety and warehouse safety best practices preferred.
Prior warehouse, food manufacturing, or distribution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, unload, and inspect incoming raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
Verify accuracy of deliveries against purchase orders and documentation.
Use RF scanners to accurately record product movement, inventory transactions, and order fulfillment.
Stage materials and supplies for production departments as scheduled.
Pick, scan, and prepare customer orders for shipment according to load sheets and customer specifications.
Operate forklift and pallet jack equipment safely and efficiently.
Rotate inventory according to FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse, cooler, and freezer areas.
Perform inventory counts and assist with daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations.
Ensure accurate documentation of all warehouse transactions in company systems.
Follow all SQF, food safety, and people safety procedures at all times.
Report any damaged product, equipment issues, or temperature concerns immediately to a supervisor.
Assist with shipping documentation, bill of lading creation, and driver check-in/check-out.
Work closely with production, QA, and logistics teams to ensure accurate product flow and timely deliveries.
Support special projects or other duties as assigned.