What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Tech I position at Desert Premium Group?
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Technician I to support daily warehouse and production operations. This entry-level position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and material-handling equipment to move, stage, store, and transport raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods throughout the facility. The Warehouse Technician I plays an essential role in maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring timely material delivery, supporting shipping and receiving activities, and keeping warehouse areas clean and organized. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, quality, food safety, and teamwork while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers opportunities for hands-on training, skill development, and advancement through the warehouse career progression program.
Essential Functions
- Safely operate forklifts (sit-down) and pallet jacks (manual and electric).
- Load and unload trailers, trucks, and containers.
- Transport raw materials, packaging materials, ingredients, and finished goods throughout the facility.
- Stage materials for production and warehouse operations.
- Supply production lines with required materials and remove finished goods as needed.
- Conduct and document daily pre-operational inspections of forklifts and material-handling equipment.
- Report equipment damage, maintenance concerns, or safety hazards immediately.
- Change forklift batteries or LP tanks and monitor equipment performance.
- Maintain accurate pallet counts and assist with inventory verification activities.
- Properly identify, label, and store materials according to company procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse, storage, staging, and dock areas.
- Follow all GMP, Food Safety, SQF, OSHA, and company safety requirements.
- Participate in required training programs and safety meetings.
- Assist with physical inventory and cycle counts assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of warehouse operations, material handling, and safe forklift operation.
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and company operating procedures.
- Basic knowledge of food manufacturing standards and workplace safety requirements.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts (sit-down) and pallet jacks.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete required documentation.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn warehouse inventory systems.
- Ability to identify and report inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, and safety concerns.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Load and unload trailers, trucks, and containers.
- Transport raw materials, packaging materials, ingredients, and finished goods throughout the facility.
- Stage materials for production and warehouse operations.
- Supply production lines with required materials and remove finished goods as needed.
- Conduct and document daily pre-operational inspections of forklifts and material-handling equipment.
- Report equipment damage, maintenance concerns, or safety hazards immediately.
- Change forklift batteries or LP tanks and monitor equipment performance.
- Maintain accurate pallet counts and assist with inventory verification activities.
- Properly identify, label, and store materials according to company procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse, storage, staging, and dock areas.
- Follow all GMP, Food Safety, SQF, OSHA, and company safety requirements.
- Participate in required training programs and safety meetings.
- Assist with physical inventory and cycle counts assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Join us as a Warehouse Tech I to be part of an energetic team dedicated to operational excellence! Your expertise will help ensure our logistics processes run smoothly while maintaining a safe environment for everyone. We value proactive individuals who thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to grow their skills in warehouse management.
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Forklift: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16