Fulfillment Associate

Fulfillment Associate – Fresh Foods (Cold Environment)

Job Summary

The Fulfillment Associate is responsible for assembling, picking, packing, and preparing fresh food products—including meal kits, protein cups, and salads—for distribution in a refrigerated production environment. This role plays a key part in maintaining product freshness, quality, and food safety standards while meeting daily production and shipping goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and package meal kits, protein snack cups, and fresh salads according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines
• Pick and pack customer and retail orders with a high level of accuracy
• Label products with correct dates, ingredients, and allergen information
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, including GMP and HACCP protocols
• Ensure proper portioning, presentation, and quality of fresh ingredients
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices for perishable items
• Inspect ingredients and finished goods for freshness and quality
• Prepare orders for shipment, including boxing, palletizing, and staging
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with health regulations
• Work efficiently in a refrigerated environment (typically 34°F–40°F)
• Meet daily production quotas and deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Communicate issues related to product quality, shortages, or safety concerns

Working Conditions

• Refrigerated production facility (cold and humid environment)
• Repetitive tasks requiring speed and accuracy
• Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods
• Regular handling of fresh food items and ingredients
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in food production, meal prep, or warehouse fulfillment is a plus
• Comfortable working with fresh food products and in cold temperatures
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and safety guidelines
• Strong attention to detail and consistency

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of food handling, sanitation, and allergen control
• Experience in fresh food assembly (salads, meal kits, ready-to-eat items)
• Familiarity with portion control and labeling standards
• Experience with production lines or batch assembly processes

Key Competencies

• Speed and efficiency without sacrificing quality
• Food safety awareness
• Teamwork and communication
• Reliability and strong work ethic
• Attention to detail in presentation and packaging

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8–10 hour shifts
• Manual dexterity for assembling and packaging small food items
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull product and materials
• Tolerance for cold, wet, and fast-paced working conditions