Warehouse Associate Needed in Fast Growing Company
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Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, HandShipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksStockers and Order FillersMaterial Moving Workers, All OtherPackers and Packagers, HandIndustries:
Warehousing and StorageHousehold Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant WholesalersWarehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise RetailersDrugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant WholesalersJunior CollegesAbout UsAt the Fresh Factory, we've built a platform to accelerate the growth of disruptive food and beverage brands. We are vertically integrated from the farm to the shelf and offer services above and beyond traditional manufacturing, becoming a trusted growth partner. We bring deep expertise in fresh, clean-label, and plant-based products-what we believe to be the future of food. In addition, we run the Fresh Start mentorship program to help prepare emerging brands to go to market.Role:We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse and material flow operations at our Downers Grove and Bolingbrook (Crossroads) facilities. This role is responsible for managing inbound and outbound materials, ensuring inventory accuracy, supporting production, and maintaining an organized, efficient warehouse environment.Responsibilities:Pick, verify, and prepare orders for outbound shipmentReceive, weigh, log, and label incoming materials and outbound freightInspect incoming raw materials to ensure compliance with food quality specificationsMaintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environmentSupply production with the required raw materials and packagingTransfer finished goods into appropriate storage locationsCoordinate with inbound and outbound carriers to minimize loading and unloading timePrepare Bills of Lading and required shipping documentationAccurately enter system transactions related to:Shipping and receivingScrap trackingFinished goods creationProduction supplyCycle counts Qualifications:Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilityPrevious warehouse experience with high computer literacyAbility to work independently and as part of a teamValid forklift certification (required)English fluency required; conversational Spanish a plusReliable, punctual, and safety-focused Physical requirements:Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbsOperate pallet jacks and material handling equipmentAbility to read and follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to stand and walk for most of the workdayBenefits:We offer competitive pay; Medical, Dental, Vision, voluntary coverage (STD, LTD, Life); an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); holiday pay, and a culture of trust and growth opportunities for our employees.