Distribution Associate I - 1st Shift at Chef Works Inc

Poway, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

17.25

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Order Picking, Product Restocking, Inventory Management, Shipping and Receiving, Material Handling, Data Entry, Warehouse Management Systems, Quality Control, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Team Collaboration, Physical Stamina

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description Chef Works is a leading provider of premium culinary apparel and workwear, supporting the hospitality industry for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on a culture of innovation, teamwork, and excellence. Join our dynamic team where we create a positive impact for our employees and customers alike! Position Overview: We are looking for a motivated and reliable Distribution Associate to join our team on the 1st shift, working from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the accurate and timely processing of orders, organizing and managing stock, and maintaining a safe and efficient warehouse environment. Why Chef Works? At Chef Works, we believe in creating a positive work environment where our employees thrive. Here’s why Chef Works is a great place to work: Competitive Pay: Enjoy competitive wages with opportunities for overtime. Career Growth: Chef Works values employee development and offers opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. Great Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid time off. Team Atmosphere: Join a supportive and friendly team that values collaboration and mutual success. Employee Recognition: We appreciate the hard work and dedication of our employees, with regular recognition programs and events. Essential Functions: Order Picking / Product Restocking: Picks customer orders for shipment, ensuring the correct number and type of product is selected. Picking is done manually or on Opex pick system Replenishes product into all pick zones as needed, ensuring accuracy. Consolidates products into totes for conveyance . Embroidery Check In: Checks garments into embroidery operations using Embtrak software. Check to ensure correct garments have been picked. Order Consolidation / Shipping: Packs customers orders for shipment, ensuring correct number and type of product has been picked, is free of damage, and all orders are complete and correct. Performs specialized packaging operations following all packing codes. Checks in with supervisor if additional information is required. Employees will ship all packed orders unless Supervisor approval is required Material Handling: Assists in unloading containers and vehicles. Check product into the Warehouse Management System following prescribed work instructions. Assists with cycle counting and physical inventory activities, as required. General: Folds and repacks garments and return to correct location. Follows all established safety and quality standards. Meets established productivity and output standards. Maintains a clean work environment to include sweeping, emptying trash and general warehouse cleanup. Makes suggestions on process improvements. Upholds Chef Works Core Values. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Six months to one year previous work experience, preferably in a light industrial setting. Demonstrated basic computer experience (data entry, email, data lookup) in Windows 2007 or greater environment. Ability to follow verbal, written and visual instructions. Ability to count accurately and write legibly. Demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced warehouse environment and meet established productivity and output standards. Demonstrated experience to comfortably shift between job duties / functions without a loss of productivity. Basic demonstrated problem solving / analytical skills. Physical Requirements: Frequent lifting of 35lbs. or less (less than 35% of the time) generally at waist level, some above/below waist, none above shoulders. Occasional lifting of 10lbs. or less (less than 10% of the time) above shoulders. Requires standing of up to 100% of the time. Position is located within a working warehouse with regular shifts in temperature. This position requires frequent overtime to include work after (1st) or before (2nd) regularly scheduled shift and on weekends.

Responsibilities

Responsible for accurately picking, packing, and shipping customer orders while managing stock replenishment and embroidery check-ins. Additionally, the role involves unloading containers, performing cycle counts, and maintaining a clean, safe warehouse environment.