About* Quirch Foods*
In business for over 50 years, Quirch Foods is a global distributor and exporter of fresh and frozen food products with a unique focus on ethnic cultures. We service our customers from 5 distribution centers strategically located in the United States. We have consistently been ranked among the top 50 exporters in the US and are one of the largest importers of seafood. Our customers include independent grocers, chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, cruise lines, restaurants and food processors/manufacturers. We have an extensive product list with over 8,000 SKU's and carry niche brands such as Panamei, Mambo and Chiquita along with national brands like Tyson, IBP, Excel, JBS, Iowa Premium, Smithfield, Dietz & Watson, along with many others. We are headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.
Quirch is a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund based in New York City, which partnered with the Executive Team to capitalize on Quirch Foods’ record of excellence and to grow it decisively beyond its current business.
Position Summary:
Quirch Foods is seeking an experienced Warehouse Associate for our night shift. This position will be responsible for scanning and sending all received P.O. documentation to Accounting. Collecting checks and payments from drivers. Preparing daily list of receiving and shipping instructions. Processes and restocks returns.
Essential duties and Responsibilities:
· Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed
· Inspect product being received for damages
· Keep warehouse organized and clean
· Be able to perform inventory cycle count as needed
· Pick point of sales orders for customers picking up product
· Perform stock rotation of product.
· Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load and unload tractor-trailer trucks per P.O requirements
· Scan and place labels on products depending on requirements
· Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage
· Maintain accurate inventories
· Ensure facility maintenance through housekeeping, keeping product and facility secure, and maintaining the assets of the facility.
· Timely and accurate slotting of products in rack system.
Qualifications and Requirements:
· Must be at least 18 years of age.
· Can read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language sufficiently to perform various tasks of the job, including but not limited to; read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, communicating with co-workers and the general public, understanding oral and written instructions, accurately completing various shipping papers, reports, and records required of the position.
· Ability to operate various types of configuration of equipment assigned, including various types of forklifts and hand held scanners with training.
· Possess good judgement necessary to perform the functions of the job including; operating a forklift in a safe and lawful manner; handling customers’ products safely and efficiently, and communicating tactfully and diplomatically.
· Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures
· Ability to meet physical requirements including: standing, sitting and walking throughout the day; repeated twisting at the torso while lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves; regular lifting of up to 20 to 100 pounds.
Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.73 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired compensation?
Experience:
- Electric pallet jack: 1 year (Preferred)
- Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)
- Cherry picker: 1 year (Preferred)
- Order picking: 1 year (Preferred)
- Standup Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person