Associate, Warehouse Operations; Forklift Operator AM

Associate, Warehouse Operations (Forklift Operator AM)

Posted 2 weeks ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

• Pay Range: $22.85 per hour - $25.60 per hour
• Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:30 AM start
• Full-time
• Benefits effective after 30 days

• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
• Holiday pay for company designated holidays

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others - and it all starts with you. As an employee‑owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

• Operate warehouse equipment and manage inventory.
• Perform tasks such as receiving, stowing, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure accurate, efficient, and proper receiving and preparation of shipments.
• Maintain safety, quality, and teamwork standards.
• Build pallets within the warehouse to meet customer guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Take on other warehouse duties and special projects as requested.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, day shifts, and overnight schedules.

• At least one year of experience in food distribution or a warehouse environment.
• At least one year of experience operating powered warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.
• Strong communication skills with internal customers and management.
• Ability to follow safe warehouse working practices.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a commitment to team success.
• Preferred experience using a warehouse management system (WMS).

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential warehouse functions of this job. Must be able to lift, move, and carry 30-40 pounds repetitively up to 1,000 times per day and larger items up to 75 pounds less frequently. Must stand, walk, climb, and sit as required. Temperatures can range from very cool to very warm;

freezer temperatures are (-10°F) and refrigerator temperatures are 25-35°F. The noise level is typically low to moderate.

KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

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