Inventory Control Associate

About* Quirch Foods*

In business for over 50 years, Quirch Foods is a global distributor and exporter of fresh and frozen food products with a unique focus on ethnic cultures. We service our customers from 5 distribution centers strategically located in the United States. We have consistently been ranked among the top 50 exporters in the US and are one of the largest importers of seafood. Our customers include independent grocers, chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, cruise lines, restaurants and food processors/manufacturers. We have an extensive product list with over 8,000 SKU's and carry niche brands such as Panamei, Mambo and Chiquita along with national brands like Tyson, IBP, Excel, JBS, Iowa Premium, Smithfield, Dietz & Watson, along with many others. We are headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

Quirch is a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund based in New York City, which partnered with the Executive Team to capitalize on Quirch Foods’ record of excellence and to grow it decisively beyond its current business.

Position Summary:

Quirch Foods is seeking an experienced Load Checker for our night shift. This employee is responsible for a number of duties, such as processing, packaging, and shipping orders. Additionally, load checkers organize stock and maintain inventory, inspect products for defects and damages, and organize/clean the warehouse space as needed.

Essential duties and Responsibilities

· Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed

· Scan and send all received P.O. documentation over to the accounting team

· Collect checks and payments from drivers

· Pick point of sales orders for customers picking up product

· Perform stock rotation of product

· Prepare daily lists of receiving and shipping instructions

· Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load and unload tractor-trailer trucks per P.O requirements

· Process and re-stock returns

· Scan and place labels on products depending on requirements

· Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage

· Maintain accurate inventories

· Ensure facility maintenance through housekeeping, keeping product and facility secure, and maintaining the assets of the facility

· Timely and accurate slotting of products in rack system

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

· Must be at least 18 years of age.

· Can read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language sufficiently to perform various tasks of the job, including but not limited to; read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, communicating with co-workers and the general public, understanding oral and written instructions, accurately completing various shipping papers, reports, and records required of the position

· Ability to operate various types of configuration of equipment assigned, including various types of forklifts and hand held scanners with training

· Prior experience with forklifts and pallet jacks a preferred

· Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner a plus

· Possess good judgement necessary to perform the functions of the job including; operating a forklift in a safe and lawful manner; handling customers’ products safely and efficiently, and communicating tactfully and diplomatically

· Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures

· Ability to meet physical requirements including: standing, sitting and walking throughout the day; repeated twisting at the torso while lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves; regular lifting of up to 20 to 100 pounds.

Benefits you will enjoy:

· Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan

· 401K savings Plan

· Paid Holidays

· Personal Time off

· Employee Discounts

Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired compensation?

Experience:

• Inventory control: 1 year (Preferred)
• Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)
• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
• Electric Pallet Jack: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person