Associate, Warehouse Operations; Forks

Overview

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others. 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.

The Associate, Warehouse Operations plays a vital part in ensuring accurate, efficient receiving and preparation of shipments to meet the needs of our customers. You will operate warehouse equipment, manage inventory, and perform tasks like receiving, stowing, picking, packing, and shipping—focusing on safety, quality, and teamwork.

• Experience operating a Stand-up Reach Truck

• SU-TH – 8AM Start

• New Hire Pay: $21.80 per hour (Growth opportunity after 90 days)
• Premium Pay:
  • Freezer $2.00
  • Cooler $0.50
• After 90 days: $24.40 per hour
• Benefits after 30 days:
  Health/Rx, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Supplemental life insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Paid sick time, STD/LTD, Employee stock ownership (ESOP), Holiday pay (company designated holidays)

KeHE is dedicated to investing in your growth from day one. We provide hands-on training with a variety of warehouse equipment and cross-training across multiple roles and zones to develop the skills and flexibility to succeed. We focus on safety, quality, and teamwork to help you grow and advance.

As an employee-owned company, we offer associates the opportunity to receive shares of company stock, supporting retirement goals in a purpose-driven workplace.

• Maintain attendance in accordance with company policies
• Uphold safe work practices in the warehouse, prioritizing the well-being of yourself and your team
• Safeguard confidential company information
• Match product descriptions with label descriptions accurately
• Build pallets within the warehouse to meet customer guidelines
• Maintain production standards while minimizing errors and maximizing efficiency
• Take on other warehouse duties and special projects as requested
• Participate in continuous improvement activities

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

• At least one year of experience in food distribution or a warehouse environment is preferred
• At least one year of experience operating powered warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.)
• Strong communication skills with internal customers and management
• Ability to follow safe warehouse practices and support a safety culture
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team success
• Experience with a warehouse management system (WMS) is a plus

The physical demands include lifting, moving, and carrying 30-40 pounds repetitively up to 1,000 times per day and larger items up to 75 pounds less frequently. The role requires standing, walking, climbing, and occasional sitting in a warehouse with temperatures that can vary. Temperatures:
Freezer (-10°F) and Refrigerator (25–35°F). The environment may include outside weather and moderate noise levels.

KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected category. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and to the administration of all human resources processes.