Associate, Warehouse (64471)

TITLE: Associate, Warehouse

DEPARTMENT: Warehouse

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Warehouse

WHO WE ARE:

Thistle makes it easy to eat well - without overthinking it. Thistle was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle delivers fully prepared, healthy-by-default meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. We believe the health of people starts with eating real, whole foods, in the right balance, without the friction. We're building a future where nutritious, sustainable food is accessible, craveable, and part of everyday life.

About the Role

Warehouse Associates are essential to Thistle's operations, ensuring seamless inventory, shipping, and receiving functions. This role is responsible for delivering products to various departments within the facility, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting the production process with efficiency and precision.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Receive, organize, and store materials accurately, maintaining up-to-date records of movements and stock levels. Conduct weekly inventory assessments and ensure FIFO rotation for perishables.
• Pull and prepare materials for production, monitor ingredient use, pre-batch items, and weigh, label, and package products with complete accuracy.
• Verify product quality upon receipt, document food waste, and notify management of quality concerns. Collaborate with Quality Assurance and management to address issues promptly.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move and stage materials.
• Communicate with vendors to manage pickups, returns, and order shortages. Collaborate with Procurement and leadership to resolve supply chain challenges.
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations during all inventory activities.
• Partner with supervisors and managers to prioritize tasks, troubleshoot inventory issues and support operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned in the plant.