Warehouse Specialist

Summary

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of warehouse functions to support production, shipping, and receiving operations while ensuring compliance with all food safety and quality standards under SQF/BRC. This role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safe practices and supporting the team’s overall operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all food safety/quality requirements under SQF/BRC.
• Maintain safe work practices, including proper forklift operation, safe driving speeds, horn usage, and seatbelt compliance.
• Review production sheets to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Accurately pick customer orders by interpreting pick-tickets and using RF scanner systems.
• Load and unload transport vehicles, ensuring products are securely and evenly placed.
• Maintain forklift equipment, complete daily inspections, and ensure proper shutdown and charging procedures.
• Document all shipping and receiving activities thoroughly and accurately.
• Follow FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures for all warehouse inventory unless otherwise directed.
• Strictly adhere to company inventory control and MRP system policies.
• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks to keep warehouse areas safe and organized.
• Support other warehouse or production-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong mathematical and reading comprehension skills with mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of MRP systems and RF scanner technology.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (certification required).
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work different shifts or extended hours as business needs require.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid forklift certification.
• Minimum 1–3 years of warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing/warehousing environment is a plus.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Work Environment

• This position works primarily in a manufacturing floor and warehouse setting.
• May be exposed to varying temperatures, moving equipment, and moderate noise levels.
• Evening and weekend work may be required as needed.

Tandem Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.