Warehouse Specialist

Job title: Warehouse Specialist

Reports to: Director of Warehousing and Logistics

Job purpose: For over 60 years Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream has crafted and distributed exceptional ice cream. The manufacturing facility produces more than 100 super-premium, award-winning ice cream flavors, and supplies more than 700 independent restaurants and scoop shops nationwide.

We are seeking a diligent and motivated Warehouse Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for various tasks including picking orders, order fulfillment, loading vans and trucks, restocking, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This role requires flexibility to work in both a warehouse and freezer environment.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Pick orders accurately and efficiently according to picking lists and scanners.
• Ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders.
• Accurately and effectively load vans and trucks with ice cream and supplies for delivery.
• Restock inventory areas as needed to maintain adequate levels of stock.
• Work in the warehouse and storage freezer daily, using freezer gear provided by the company.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the warehouse and freezer areas.
• Demonstrate good customer service when customers and vendors pick up orders directly from our warehouse.
• Must be able to work in small teams to pick orders and load delivery vehicles efficiently.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to communicate product outages and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Learn and comply with guidelines while using picking and inventory technology.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
• Assist in inventory counts and audits as required.
• Assist in other areas/departments of the plant as needed.
• Other tasks and projects as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Punctual, predictable, and reliable attendance
• Cooperative and able to take direction
• Must be customer service driven
• Good teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Valid driver license preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to constantly position self to effectively load all delivery vehicle types.
• Must be able to constantly move ice cream or supplies weighing up to 60lbs chest high.
• Must be comfortable working in the heat or cold that a warehouse experiences based on the environmental season 100% of shift.
• Must be able to constantly work in a freezer environment.
• Must be able to ascend/descend a staircase to stock products.
• Must be able to move about inside the freezer and warehouse.
• Must be able to detect fire, trip, or other safety hazards.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Hours and Schedule

• This is a full-time, permanent position
• Days and shifts of work are Monday through Friday (6 am-3 pm), est. 40-50 hours per week
• Opportunity for overtime during the busy season
• Overtime paid daily (for >8 hours) and weekly (for >40 hours)

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay $20/hour
• Fun and energetic work environment
• Opportunities for advancement and career development within the company
• Free ice cream!
• Upon completion of 60-day probationary period, comprehensive benefits package including
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Following one-year of service, 401K plan with up to 4% company match

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Madison, WI 53718: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person