1st Shift Warehouse Associate - Kalamazoo, MI

Imperial Beverage • Kalamazoo, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Imperial Beverage is seeking a 1st Shift Warehouse Associate for their Kalamazoo, MI location. This full-time role involves receiving and stocking cases of beer, wine, and spirits in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys varied work, can handle physical labor, takes initiative to learn new tasks, and works well within a team. The company offers opportunities for growth and development within the beverage distribution industry.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• 18 years of age or older
• Basic computer skills to use an iPad and warehouse management software
• Flexibility to work with varying shift end times
• Attention to detail and a sense of urgency to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Ability to lift and carry an average of 30 pounds, repetitively, and move up to 165 pounds
• Ability to work a minimum of 8 hours per day

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience

Responsibilities

• Receive and stock cases of beer, wine, and spirits.
• Use a forklift and scanner for inventory management.
• Replenish and stock inventory by hand and with a forklift.
• Stock product delivered to the warehouse.
• Organize product for return to suppliers.
• Receive trucks at the warehouse dock.
• Collect and print paperwork for delivery trucks.
• Unload trucks with a forklift.
• Receive product into inventory using an iPad.
• Notify the team when product has been properly received and is ready to stock.
• Review incoming truck schedule for the next day and notify 2nd Shift of preparation needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSAs, FSAs
• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options, employer match, and immediate vesting
• 3.5 weeks of PTO starting in year one, accruing from day one with rollover
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Weekly pay
• Uber, Lyft, or taxi reimbursement
• Kick ass events and fun across Michigan
• Domestic and international trip opportunities to learn about the beverage industry
• Referral bonuses
• Free uniforms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED