Material Handler I (East Coast)

Who we are:

Founded in 2013, Thistle is a leading tech-enabled food and nutrition company that delivers ready-to-eat meals right to your doorstep. We empower our customers to get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle began as a single pop-up location in San Francisco, going from selling cold-pressed juices to delivering nearly 15 million delicious, healthy, plant-forward meals, organic cold-pressed juices, and snacks.

About the Role: Material Handlers are responsible for warehouse inventory, shipping and receiving functions, and documenting product orders.

This position is full-time and 100% on-site in Burlington, NJ.

What you'll do

• Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production areas
• Ensure all incoming delivery matches company purchase orders
• Store materials in assigned locations
• Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording the location of inventory
• Operate various machinery, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and scissors lift, to handle materials and inventory; transport supplies to production and culinary teams
• Contact vendors for pick-ups or returns
• Comply with and adhere to all facility sanitation and safety regulations in food acceptance, storage, and distribution
• Perform other duties as assigned

What you'll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 2+ years warehouse receiving experience or experience working in a similar role required; warehouse-receiving experience in a high-volume food production facility highly preferred
• Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time, which may also include working in a freezer environment
• Ability to stand and bend for extended periods throughout the assigned shift while lifting up to 50lbs repetitively
• Ability to effectively use equipment, including, but not limited to, hand tools, scales, and box-cutters
• Self-motivated, able to work within tight deadlines
• Able to solve basic problems (converting batch requirements)
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills
• Working knowledge of food product materials preferred
• Working knowledge of GMP manufacturing practices
• Attention to detail is a must
• State-designated food handlers certification required (must obtain within 30 days of hire)