Receiving Associate

How you'll support our operations

At Misfits Market, our customers choose us for what we - quite literally - bring to the table: foods that may look a little different but are still fresh and safe to eat. The Receiving Associate is responsible for safely and accurately moving products through the warehouse.

The Receiving Associate reports to the Inventory Manager and plays a crucial role in the on-time delivery of our customers' orders. Your primary responsibility will be to operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) equipment to unload and inspect all inbound trailers using safe operating procedures at all times.

What we offer you

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits
• Hour Rate: $16.00/hr.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

What you'll be doing

• Works closely with all warehouse departments to coordinate the efficient flow of products from the receiving area to the designated storage locations. Communicates effectively with team members to ensure a smooth transition of goods.
• Responsible for the timely unloading of inbound trailers, ensuring the careful handling of food products to prevent damage or spoilage. Adheres to safety guidelines and protocols during the unloading process.
• Conducts thorough inspections of received products to verify quantity, quality, and integrity. Report any discrepancies or damages promptly to the supervisor and follow established procedures for documentation.
• Accurately records and documents all received shipments, including product details, quantities, and any discrepancies. Maintain organized and up-to-date records for easy reference.
• Stays informed about and adhere to food safety regulations and warehouse operating procedures. Follows all guidelines related to the handling and storage of food products.
• Diligently adheres to all established facility food safety rules, personal hygiene standards, and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) expectations daily.
• Promptly escalates food safety hazards and takes immediate action to halt production lines if product integrity is compromised or suspected of being compromised.

What you have

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience or comfort with working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees)
• Strong verbal communications skills
• Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you to
• Ability to thrive in a repetitive and fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice for you to have

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
• Experience working in a food based environment

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