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Job Title: Part-Time Warehouse Laborer (Cold Storage & Freezer)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Warehouse Manager/Supervisor
Schedule: Monday-Wednesday
Shift: 1st (6:00AM-6:00PM, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM) Part-Time
The Part-Time Warehouse Laborer (Cold Storage & Freezer) is responsible for performing a variety of essential warehouse operations in temperature-controlled environments, including refrigerated and freezer storage. Responsibilities include unloading inbound shipments, organizing inventory, picking and packing orders, and ensuring accurate shipment processing.
This position demands a strong attention to detail, the ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the physical capability to work in cold and sub-zero conditions for extended periods. Candidates must be reliable, safety-minded, and capable of maintaining high productivity and accuracy levels.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Follow all warehouse operational procedures and safety guidelines, including those specific to cold and freezer environments.
Safely and efficiently handle receiving, sorting, storing, and staging of product in chilled and frozen storage areas.
Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders with accuracy and care.
Conduct visual and physical inspections of inbound shipments for temperature integrity, damage, and product quality.
Accurately verify inventory counts, match shipments to paperwork, and report discrepancies (shortages, overages, damages, mis-shipments).
Use warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, hand trucks) in a safe and effective manner.
Complete inventory cycle counts and support audit processes as directed.
Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards, with an emphasis on cold-chain compliance.
Follow proper cold storage procedures to ensure product quality and food safety standards.
Assist with loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring temperature-sensitive items are handled appropriately.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum 1 year of warehouse or material handling experience, preferably in a refrigerated or freezer environment.
Experience using warehouse technology such as RF scanners, handheld devices, or warehouse management systems (WMS).
Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and web-based applications.
Ability to work independently and within a team with a sense of urgency and accountability.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Strong work ethic with the ability to adapt to a physically demanding and cold work environment.
Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
Must be able to work for prolonged periods in cold environments, including refrigerated (34°F–41°F) and freezer (-10°F or colder) areas, with proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
Must be able to safely operate warehouse equipment and remain alert in a fast-paced, physical setting.
Must be comfortable wearing cold-weather gear and working in sub-zero temperatures as part of normal daily responsibilities.
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