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Receiving:

• Unload incoming shipments from trucks or freight carriers.
• Match delivered goods against purchase orders, packing slips, or invoices.
• Inspect all received items - check for damage, spoilage, correct quantity, correct packaging, correct labeling.
• Ensure food safety compliance (temperature when transported, cleanliness, etc.).
• Record receipt of goods in inventory / warehouse management system.
• Label and place items in proper storage (coolers, freezers, dry storage) following rotation (FIFO or FEFO as required).

• Pick orders for shipment (ensuring correct items, specs, quantities).
• Pack goods appropriately (consider temperature control, packaging materials, protection).
• Generate and attach all required shipping documentation (invoices, bills of lading, temperature seals, etc.).
• Stage and load outbound shipments for carriers - make sure trucks/trailers are loaded safely and efficiently.
• Monitor that shipping schedules are met; coordinate with carriers.

• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks).
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse/shipping/receiving areas.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory reconciliation.
• Report discrepancies (shortage, damage, mis-ships) to supervisors and follow up.
• Maintain safety standards; follow food quality / regulatory compliance (e.g. HACCP, GMP, sanitary requirements).
• Keep good documentation; ensure data entry (inventory systems, shipping logs) is accurate.

• Prior warehouse / food-distribution shipping & receiving experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift / move heavy items (often 40-50 lbs or more), stand for long periods.
• Comfortable working in cold / refrigerated / freezer conditions.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to read & follow instructions / documentation.
• Strong computer skills: data entry, using inventory / warehouse management systems.
• Good communication skills.