Shipping Warehouse Associate- Springfield (Overnight)
International Gourmet Foods Inc
Springfield, VA
Permanent
Full-time
16 days ago
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International Gourmet Foods, Inc. (IGF) services restaurants, gourmet markets, clubs, caterers, bakeries, country clubs, breweries, wineries, and hotels throughout the eastern United States. We are driven by strong corporate and community values and most importantly, by the employees who uphold them.The Shipping Warehouse Associate is responsible for pulling orders, doing inventory checks, and loading pallets and trucks for delivery to IGF customers using a pick list and load sheet system. They must also be a motivated and detail-oriented in completing their daily tasks accurately and safely.Duties and ResponsibilitiesWork independently using a “pick list” to “pull,” or select, product located throughout a 90,000 square-foot warehouse that includes three temperature zones (dry/refrigerated/frozen)File and/or retrieve loading and picking documentsBring product to the assigned loading door; diligently plan, organize, sort, and stage products for loadingWork with team members at the loading doors toVerify product accuracyCheck for damagesDocument weights for weighted itemsDocument expiration dates where requiredStage product for loadingWork with team members at the doors to arrange, and often palletize, orders and then load them onto trucksReturn any mis-picked product to the correct locationAssist in other areas of the warehouse as necessary, especially cleaning at the end of shift and participating in rotating trash dutyMaintain a clean and safe work areaComply with all safety requirementsReport equipment maintenance to appropriate personnelPerform other duties as assignedQualifications (Required)Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume shipping environmentExperience with powered/motorized warehouse equipment (manual and electric pallet jacks)Proactive, quick-thinking, problem-solving approach to workStrong attention to detail and solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to build and maintain relationships and work with cross-functional teams and departmentsQualifications (Preferred)3 to 5 years of related warehouse/distribution experiencePrevious food distribution experienceBasic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Dynamics, Excel, and Word) and other tech skills, including use of email, multi-line phone system, and textBilingualPhysical RequirementsMust be able to perform all shipping shift activities (pulling, checking, loading, and cleaning)Must be able to sustain prolonged periods of standing and walkingMust be able to bend, lift (at least 55 lb.), stretch, and climb (including ladders)Must be able to work across temperature zones (dry/refrigerated/frozen)Requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, use of hands, arms, legs, eyes, and voiceBenefitsMedicalDentalVision401KPaid vacation and holidayCompany-paid life insuranceReferral programEmployee discountHealth savings accountEmployee assistance programScheduleSunday- ThursdayPowered by JazzHR