Warehouse Associate

Charlie's Produce • Seattle, WA

21d • $22 - $24

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate accurately selects and prepares customer orders for shipment in a warehouse environment. The role involves reading pick reports or using RF scanners to locate, select, and palletize products according to company standards. The associate may also support receiving and shipping by unloading inbound products, verifying quantities, staging completed orders, and preparing outbound shipments. The job requires working efficiently and safely while meeting productivity, accuracy, and quality expectations, including in cold or varying warehouse temperatures.

The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and requires flexibility based on business needs. Sunday availability is required and non-negotiable. This is a safety-sensitive position. Forklift and electric pallet jack certifications are required or must be obtained within the company-designated training and certification timeframe.

Requirements

• Ability to read and follow written pick reports, instructions, and procedures.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail to ensure order accuracy.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to following company policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks or forklift warehouse equipment; training may be provided if needed.
• Ability to work in refrigerated or varying warehouse temperature conditions.
• Ability to consistently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50–60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the work shift.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Forklift and electric pallet jack certifications are required or must be obtained within the company-designated training and certification timeframe.
• Availability to work Sundays.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous warehouse, order selecting, or distribution experience.

Responsibilities

• Select, assemble, and prepare customer orders using pick reports and case-pack procedures in accordance with company standards.
• Accurately identify products, quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates.
• Decant produce from cases or pallets into designated production bins for next-day processing.
• Receive inbound products by unloading, inspecting, verifying quantities, and placing products in assigned storage or staging areas.
• Assist with shipping by staging completed orders, verifying pallet accuracy, wrapping and labeling products, and loading outbound shipments.
• Stack, wrap, and secure products on pallets to prevent damage during transport.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and carts safely and efficiently.
• Meet company productivity, accuracy, and quality standards.
• Handle and lift products in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Work in refrigerated or varying warehouse temperature conditions as required.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow safety rules, food safety guidelines, and company policies.
• Communicate order issues, shortages, or product discrepancies to supervisors and team members.
• Promptly report damaged products, equipment issues, or safety concerns.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first of the month following hire.
• ESOP (profit sharing) and 401(k).
• Paid vacations and paid holidays.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% prepaid college tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise.
• Yearly review with the possibility of an increase based on performance and tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed