Warehouse Associate

Restaurant Technologies•Hazelwood, MO

23d

About The Position

Restaurant Technologies is a provider of bulk cooking oil management services to the food service industry. The Warehouse Associate is a key member of the depot team, responsible for shipping, receiving, and inventory management, along with hands-on fleet upkeep such as preventative maintenance, cleaning, loading, and calibration. The role supports food safety, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety through rigorous cleaning and maintenance practices. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Compensation is $21 per hour plus quarterly bonuses, with opportunities to increase base pay through weekend shifts, tenure, and development programs. The position requires operating a DOT-regulated vehicle and includes a DOT-mandated pre-employment drug test. A valid driver’s license and a current DOT medical card, or willingness to obtain one, are required. Restaurant Technologies will assist with obtaining the medical card.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
At least 2 years of warehouse-related job experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Current DOT medical card or willingness to obtain one; the company will assist.
Must pass a DOT-mandated pre-employment drug test for operation of a DOT-regulated vehicle; a positive result for any controlled substance, including marijuana (THC), disqualifies applicants, even where legal under state or local law.
Must uphold the company’s Fleet Safety Policy and maintain a clean driving record.
Willingness to obtain forklift operator certification; training is provided.
Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to use hand tools for basic repairs and maintenance on fleet equipment and warehouse machinery, including troubleshooting and replacing or installing parts such as pumps, hoses, and swappable oil tanks.
Ability to operate smartphones and handheld devices for warehouse tasks.
Ability to carry at least 50 pounds by hand and move it up to several hundred yards by cart.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, stand, walk, climb, twist, turn, and reach without restriction.
Ability to climb up and down a ladder as high as 20 feet.
Strong attention to detail, including reviewing documentation for accuracy and identifying actionable items.
Ability to set priorities, manage multiple goals, and deliver effective results consistently.
Ability to collaborate with internal teams and provide outstanding customer service.
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain orderly work environments and processes.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of warehouse-related job experience.
At least 2 years of experience with shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
At least 2 years of experience executing daily SSOPs and completing HACCP documentation.
At least 2 years of experience with fleet maintenance, cleaning, calibration, and minor repairs.
Previous experience driving trucks with a Class A or B CDL.

Responsibilities

Oversee shipping materials to customers, prepare corporate returns, and support weekly receiving of cooking oil tanker trucks.
Safely receive cooking oil tankers by verifying load specifications against COAs and connecting and removing tankers in accordance with environmental and safety containment protocols.
Maintain warehouse organization, accurately receive and reconcile orders and inventory, and work with leadership to process corporate repair bins and returns.
Inspect oil samples for contaminants and inspect the warehouse for hazards or deficiencies.
Operate a forklift to move, load, unload, and stack materials safely and efficiently.
Load fleet vehicles with cooking oil for daily delivery routes.
Maintain the fleet by following weekly sanitation standard operating procedures, including cleaning filters, repairing or replacing hoses, and ensuring truck cleanliness.
Verify delivery truck flow meters regularly and perform truck calibrations to support accuracy and compliance with safety, legal, and quality standards.
Repair and replace fleet-truck pumps and hoses; handle swappable oil tanks, including lifting and installing them as required.
If holding a valid CDL, move DOT-regulated trucks within the depot or transport them as needed and conduct routine safety inspections; otherwise, move or transport smaller vans and trucks as needed.
Complete daily SSOPs to maintain sanitary depot conditions and prevent contamination of oil products; complete food-safety documentation and report deficiencies.
Clean warehouse floors and common areas according to scheduled sanitation requirements and document corrective actions in regulatory logs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$0-premium medical coverage for single coverage or an employer HSA contribution for family coverage.
Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k) with matching contributions up to 4.5% of compensation.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
$3,000 employee referral bonus program.
$200 new-customer referral program.
Quarterly bonuses.
Opportunities to increase base pay through weekend shifts, tenure, and level-up development programs.
Professional development and incentives.
Competitive health care coverage and a flexible, supportive environment.