Lead Warehouse Associate

About Imperfect
Imperfect Foods was founded in 2015 with a mission to reduce food waste and build a better food system for everyone. We offer imperfect (yet delicious) produce, affordable pantry items, and quality meat and dairy. We deliver them conveniently to our customers’ doorsteps and pride ourselves on offering up to a 30% discount compared to grocery store prices. Our customers can get the healthy, seasonal produce they want alongside the grocery staples they rely on, without having to compromise their budget or values. We’re proving that doing the right thing for the planet doesn’t have to cost more, and that shopping for quality ingredients can support the people and resources that it takes to grow our favorite foods.
We're headquartered in San Francisco with operations all over the country. Check our website to see if there is an Imperfect near you!
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About  the Role:Our Warehouse Lead works alongside and with the team and is responsible for ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency within the assigned areas. The Warehouse Lead receives direction from Warehouse Supervisor and/or Manager and carries out instructions based on given directive.  The Lead is responsible for following and enforcing all safety policies. The Lead is required to be certified in operating all material handling equipment as needed by location. 

Details & Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with all co-workers while still embodying our values.
• Provides employees guidance on how to properly perform their task.
• Support and follow direction from all managers and supervisors and completes tasks with minimum supervision.
• Responsible for the performance  and productivity of their team
• Train new employees on standard operating procedures, Safety guidelines, and GMPs.
• Performs duties to support the operations of production, warehouse and inventory teams.
• Report any potential safety hazards or repair needs to supervisor or management
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations. 
• Communicate with other cross-functional departments in order to collaborate and solve problems
• Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Quality Assurance and/or Supervisor.
• Report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action 

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be supplemented at any time with or without notice.

Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience preferred
• Proficient in computer systems (Microsoft Office, Google Sheets)
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to count and basic math skills
• Ability to stay focused, work efficiently, and deliver results both alone and as part of a team
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work standing for 8+ hours 
• Comfortable working in a refrigerated environment (38°F)
• Packing or assembly line experience
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Certification in forklift operation preferred, but not required

Details of Position

• Full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Production Supervisor
• The position is based out of our warehouse in Clackamas
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including health care, paid vacation, 401K, paid parental leave, and recurring credit towards your Imperfect account!
• Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Shifts available are Sunday- Wednesday 4:00am-2:30pm OR Sunday- Wednesday 3:00pm-1:30am. Days and hours of work are varied according to shift.  There are occasions where overtime is required based upon operational needs. The Warehouse Lead is expected to work the hours it takes to finish assignments each day.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both hot and cold temperature conditions 
• Able to walk, stand, bend, squat/stoop, climb, reach, crouch, and kneel throughout the workday.
• Lift, lower, push, pull, leverage and manipulate equipment and/ or packages weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly or continuously over time.

Imperfect's commitment to DEIImperfect Foods is steadfast in its commitment to being an actively anti-racist company.We understand that it is necessary to take ownership and accountability for building an equitable workplace where all members of our organization can truly belong. It is our responsibility to ensure that every department at every level of our business reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We aim to achieve this through our hiring practices and by championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programming that fosters a supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and have connections across teams.
DEI programming is available for all employees and we highly encourage staff participation. It is only with everyone’s unique perspectives, experiences, and beliefs that we can help shape a culture of belonging and create an environment where all Imperfectionists are celebrated.
U.S. E-Verify Notice: Imperfect Foods participates in E-Verify in the United States. Imperfect will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
COVID update for on-site employees: All Imperfect Foods employees must be fully vaccinated to be on-site or at company functions. For roles that require an employee to be on-site to fulfill their job functions: job offers are contingent on providing proof of vaccination (e.g., a copy of a vaccine card or other similar official document confirming vaccination status).