Lead Warehouse Receiving Clerk (1St Shift)

What does it take to create 1.7 BILLION cups of coffee a year?

Ask Cascade Coffee! We are excited to announce that we are hiring an action-oriented Receiving Clerk.

For more than 40 years, Cascade Coffee has been the premier specialty coffee contract manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. Specializing in roasting, grinding, flavoring, and packaging coffee, we cater to the world's finest coffee brands. Cascade works behind the scenes to provide innovation, world-class coffee roasting, and a wide variety of packaging options to highlight our loyal customers' brands.

Founded in 1977, the company operates from a 150,000 square foot manufacturing and roasting facility, with more than 2 million pounds of green coffee storage capacity, and a 50 million pounds annual coffee roasting capacity. We have multiple roasting lines, flavor mixing systems, and 14 automated packaging lines.

POSITION SUMMARY: Receiving Distribution Lead (1st Shift)

SALARY RANGE: $22 per hour

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

REPORTS TO: Warehouse Supervisor

Why Cascade?

We offer a unique blend of benefits for you and your family!

• Healthcare benefits: Multiple coverage levels of medical, dental, and vision plans

• 401k Roth or Pre-Tax options: $1 for $1 match with no vesting period once eligible

• Long Term Disability and Life Insurance: Company-provided coverage for all

• Voluntary Life, Disability, Accident & Critical Illness: Various insurance programs to support your needs

• Employee Assistance Program: Support for you and your family's overall wellbeing

• Sick and Vacation plans: Quality work/life balance is vital

• Pet insurance: Multiple coverage levels for your pets

• Cascade Cares: Exciting engagement programs each month

• Leadership Training: Investment in training industry-leading professionals

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Lead a team of 1-2 employees in receiving to accurately and effectively complete the tasks listed below.

• Utilize a forklift to efficiently and safely unload large pallets containing coffee beans, corrugate, film, and other related materials.

• Complete all necessary paperwork for the entire receiving process of each inbound truck, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

• Enter receipt details into an inventory management system with precision and efficiency.

• Use a reach lift or sit down/stand up lift to carefully place pallets in designated racking areas.

• Organize, consolidate, and strategically place new products in staging lanes daily, ensuring smooth production flow.

• Maintain a First-In/First-Out system to guarantee that expiry requirements are met without any spoilage.

• Overtime may be required to complete unloading of deliveries on a day-to-day basis.

• Perform general housekeeping tasks in and around storage areas daily, promoting cleanliness and organization.

• Continuously strive to improve processes and refine methods of job performance, seeking out opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness.

• Uphold and deliver safe, high-quality, and consistent products and services that exceed the expectations of our valued customers.

• Adhere to the guidelines and requirements outlined in the General Safety Communication Program.

• Complete any additional duties or tasks that may be assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the team.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Forklift Experience Required

• Reach Lift, Sit Down/Stand Up Lift Experience Preferred

• Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 75-100 lbs occasionally

• Attention to detail

• Able to accurately perform repetitive tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EQUIPMENT:

• This is a warehouse position inside a warm and dry facility

• Requires constant standing on concrete floors, exposure to loud equipment noise, and coffee dust/strong odors

• Personal protection equipment and other Good Manufacturing Practices are mandatory

WORK HABITS:

• Regular attendance and promptness are required

• Some work may be required outside of the normal work week

Cascade Coffee is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We celebrate our differences because we believe diversity drives innovation and leads to sustainable success. We recruit, hire, and promote our partners based on capability and performance, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.