Who You Are: As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team! You are a team player, a multi-tasker and communicate well with others. You are willing to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and maintain quality and accuracy. You are also interested in learning more about warehouse operations and teff.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Operate different types of machinery including packing equipment (e.g., Bagger / BBU Operator)
- Operate a forklift safely and within all areas of the facility
- Participate in sales order fulfillment process, checking, verifying and filling customer orders
- Complete production and food safety logs with accuracy
- Keep warehouse clean and organized
- Comply with all company policies and procedures and operate all equipment in a safe manner
- Perform other related assignments, as agreed
- Be productive with downtime; cleaning and completing tasks related to the food safety program
Skills, Education and Experience:
- 1 year of food production or related work experience preferred
- Experience in the grain/milling industry, a plus
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work at a fast pace, dynamic environment
- Ability to work well individually and as a member of a team
- Detail-oriented
- Possess an understanding of machinery and mechanical inclination, a plus
- Forklift experience, a plus; training and certification available onsite
- High School diploma or equivalent
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
- Moderately physically demanding and requiring lifting products weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time; go up and down stairs
- This position frequently works within an area that is not heated or cooled and is subject to relative extremes in hot and cold temperatures dependent on weather conditions
- This work environment can be dusty and noisy
Compensation and Benefits: The Teff Company offers a competitive hourly rate. We provide three weeks’ paid time off to start (PTO); PTO then increases based on years of service. Benefits include a comprehensive package for medical, dental, vision, EAP services and a retirement plan; coverage begins on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Company perks may include teff products and baked goods, field visits, staff luncheons and the opportunity to learn more about teff and its cultural value and nutritional profile.
Application Instructions: Submit a resume and cover letter via email with ‘Warehouse Associate’ in the subject line to: teffjobs@teffco.com. We are not accepting phone calls for applications and will be contacting qualified applicants who will be selected for an interview.
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor
Job Location: Boise, ID – Main Facility
Position Type: Full Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: M-F; 8 hr and 10 hr shifts
