Warehouse AssociateEstablished in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.Location: El Monte, CAHours: S-TH: 5:00PM – 1:30AM; 1 hr. lunch; OT may applyBenefitsAll paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependentsLife Insurance and 401k Plan with company matchUniform and safety shoes are provided by the companySick leave pay out optionJob Responsibilities and DutiesPicks and assembles customer orders as indicated on the pick listCoordinates with manager and salespersons to assemble urgent deliveries to customersMaintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent serviceParticipate in the weekly warehouse meetingsConducts daily stock checks and reports out of stock inventory to managementPartakes in warehouse upkeep and ensures the stockroom is clean and organizedTransports inventory between warehouses via delivery vanMaintains and safely navigates the Company vehicleSecondary functions:Complete deliveries as a backup delivery driverDocument, record, and complete driver log when making deliveriesAttend semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekendProvide logistics support for Company events and functions outside of normal working hoursPerforms duties as assignedPhysical RequirementsAble to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds frequentlyAble to handle and move up to 165 pounds assisted frequentlyAble to drive for a majority of the daily working hoursWorking ConditionsNoise Level: Loud while indoorsOther RequirementsConversational level English required; Business level English preferredAble to operate forklift and warehouse machinery in compliance with safety guidelinesAble to work weekends, holidays, afterhours, and 2nd Shift (5:00PM – 1:30AM) as neededHas and maintains a clean driving recordMaintains a positive attitudeWorks efficiently independently and in a teamAdapts to frequent changes in assignments and workloadHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum 1 year of general warehousing experience preferredKnowledge and SkillsDemonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detailPossesses basic mathematical knowledge such as counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.Has strong communications and interpersonal skillsDemonstrates awareness of proper warehouse safety proceduresForklift training and/or certification requiredReach Truck certification preferredKnowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferredDisclaimersThis position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company's sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the "at-will" employment status with the Company.
Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.