Warehouse Specialist/Back-up Driver: Food Manufacturing

ANNIES BAKERY INC•Asheville, NC

About The Position

We’re looking for a motivated, self-starting individual to join our team as a Warehouse Specialist and become a vital part of a fast-growing, highly respected local wholesale bread manufacturer. We are a small but growing bakery focused on high-quality bread products — no sweets, no frills, just great bread. With a dedicated team and strong values, we take pride in doing things the right way while maintaining a supportive, family-oriented work environment. Position Overview This multi-faceted role offers an excellent opportunity to grow within our organization. The position begins with training as a backup delivery route driver, followed by hands-on experience in packaging operations to learn our products, workflow, and team culture. As training progresses, you will learn key warehouse functions including shipping, receiving, route building, and inventory control. After completing the initial training phases, you will continue developing skills across all areas of the position at a manageable pace while supporting day-to-day warehouse operations.

Requirements

Prior experience in food manufacturing, preferably in a warehouse environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Commitment to quality, consistency, and teamwork
Valid driver’s license (required for backup delivery route training)

Nice To Haves

Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards is a plus

Responsibilities

Pull bread products and prepare orders for daily delivery routes
Verify and document incoming materials at the dock, including shipment condition, paperwork, exceptions, COA checks, and visual/physical inspections
Process accurate receiving transactions and maintain inventory records
Coordinate shipping activities by preparing documentation, scheduling trucking, and tracking shipments
Build and organize delivery routes to ensure accurate and timely distribution
Generate daily counts and maintain records for end-of-day reporting
Maintain a clean and compliant work area in accordance with food manufacturing regulations
Follow and adhere to all OSHA and FDA safety and compliance standards
Ensure finished pallets meet company quality and food safety standards
Assist with workflow coordination, scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support company policies, safety procedures, and operational goals with the intention of growing within the organization
Perform additional duties as needed to support receiving, shipping, and logistics operations