Warehouse Operator - Day Shift

The Krusteaz Company Careers•Kent, WA

1d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently manage the receipt, internal movement (to include warehouse organization and good housekeeping), shipment of materials and machinery to satisfy our internal and external customer’s needs. This position is available on an 8-hour day shift, working Monday through Friday, scheduled from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The pay for this position is $25.19 per hour, with compensation determined based on required experience, education, certification, and training. All positions are eligible for additional incentives based on business performance. The Krusteaz Company is a 90-year-old, midsized, privately held company with a portfolio of beloved food and beverage brands, known for its entrepreneurial spirit and focus on the future. We place tremendous value on our employees, offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to ensure they can create the best life for themselves. Our culture is collaborative and ingenious, driving a fierce commitment to creating extraordinary product experiences that people love. We are a place to grow and make a difference, attracting self-starters who are curious and love to learn and share ideas.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Computer skills, average to good.
Quality minded.
Must be able to be flexible to work any shift and overtime.
Must be able to hear forklift horns and other signals.
Work in a team environment of continuous improvement.
Quickly comprehend clear expectations, guidelines, policies, and functions, continuously.
Work in a fast paced environment with little or no supervision and complete all tasks, continuously.
Continuously read, write, and ensure the accuracy of various mathematical functions.
Continuously work in a safe manner, following Standard Operating Procedures.
Continuously abide by Good Manufacturing Practices and housekeeping guidelines.
Continuously meet attendance expectations.
Lift and carry for short distances, and transfer up to 50lbs on a frequent basis.
Frequently twist and turn while driving forklifts forward and backward; frequently climbs on and off of forklifts.
Frequently stoop, bend, or squat to reach below 56” shelf or lift up to 60” high.
Stand and walk frequently on concrete floors.
High School Graduate
Experience driving a forklift
Employees are required to conduct their work in a safe and legal manner, according to all GMP food safety standards as well as following any safety protocols.
Employees must be willing to be responsible for their safety and health as well as the safety and health of all employees, vendors and visitors.
Employee must follow procedures to ensure all food quality standards are met or exceeded.

Responsibilities

Performs daily visual inspection of your forklift and document results continuously.
Works in a Bar Code environment using Laser Scanners, Tracking Devices, and Label Printers, continuously.
Rotates stock on a FIFO basis through the use of specific computer systems, continuously.
Performs daily safety inspections of trucks, materials, and equipment to conform with regulatory compliance standards.
Confirms material receipts through the use of our computer systems.
Transports materials in the safest and most efficient manner through the use of both stand-up and sit-down electric forklifts.
Supports and supplies finished goods, raw materials and packaging to the Kent manufacturing plant.
Performs case pick, layer pick, pallet pick, stages, loads, receives and effectively warehouses all materials.
Tracks materials to efficiently supply our internal and external customers using specific computer systems.
Confirms all shipments through the use of specific computer systems.
Prints PO Receipts, picklists, bills of lading, verify accuracy of documents concerning material movement.
Cycles count inventory in warehouse zones using the equipment and systems provided.
Dusts, sweeps, mops, scrapes, scrubs, and paints using the necessary tools provided by CMI.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Provides internal and external customers with quality products, along with information to our Systems and Admin Staff.
Identifies, confronts, addresses and resolves problems using root cause process analysis.
Follows GMP’s at all times.
Follow all Safety rules and guidelines at all times.

Benefits

comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(K) matching
3 weeks of paid time off
10 paid holidays
1 paid personal holiday
company provided life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending account
healthcare saving account
voluntary accident insurance
voluntary critical illness insurance
tuition reimbursement
paid sick time (Washington State employees accrue 1 hour for every 40 hours worked)