Distribution Assistant / Box Truck Driver

THE ROLE

Gotham Greens is seeking a reliable, upbeat, and hardworking individual to fill a position as a hybrid Distribution Assistant and backup Box Truck Driver. The Distribution Assistant is responsible for order selection and loading products shipped from our facilities; shipping and receiving inbound and outbound deliveries; maintaining inventory and quality control throughout the shipping and receiving process. The Box Truck Driver is tasked with completing customer deliveries or internal transfers between our Windsor, CO and Aurora, CO greenhouses.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Order Selection and Loading

• Select and stage the correct product item number, quantities, and shelf life for shipment.
• Inspect product quality while selecting orders. Only pack products that meet quality standards. Isolate and report products with quality defects.
• Securely pack products on pallets or carts, shrink wrapping and labelling as needed.
• Move product to/from storage and loading dock for shipping and receiving.
• Accurately record product information on paperwork and enter in ERP systems.

Shipping and Receiving

• Using material handling equipment or by hand, move products, materials and supplies between storage areas and loading dock to be loaded/unloaded.
• Load/unload, inspect and put away shipments of materials and supplies.
• Inspect incoming shipments for quality defects, like damage, incorrect item numbers, or quantities.

Inventory Control

• Storing, handling, and shipping products, materials and supplies.
• Stock, organize and consolidate storage space, as needed.
• Rotate inventory by item number, lot code, and shelf life.
• Support periodic company inventory by counting products, materials, and supplies.

Driving

• Willing and able to drive a 20-24’ box truck, as needed.
• Good customer relations and communication skills
• Positive representation of the Company and its products in an outward customer-facing role.

Operations Support

• Other duties as assigned, which may include cleaning, general labor, and administrative tasks.

WHO YOU ARE

Requirements:

• Prior experience working in a warehouse or a distribution center is preferred.
• Capable of strict compliance with food safety policies and GMP/GAP standards.
• Able to use a pallet-jack and material handling equipment.
• Must be comfortable driving a box truck and acting as the backup driver for deliveries.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug test upon hire.
• Comfortable working with computers and prior experience or willing to learn ERP systems
• Proficient in basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds; Stand and be on one’s feet for an 8-hour shift.
• Willing and able to drive a 20 -24’ box truck.
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.A.
• Have a reliable form of transportation.
• Open availability to work various schedules including various weekends.

WHO WE ARE

Gotham Greens is on a mission to transform how and where fresh produce is grown. We are a pioneer in urban indoor agriculture and a leading fresh produce and food company. Through our national network of local high-tech farms, Gotham Greens delivers fresh, long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings and pesto dips. all year round to retail, restaurant and foodservice customers. Founded in 2009, the company opened its first greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., shortly thereafter. Today, Gotham Greens operates +1,500,000 square feet of high-tech greenhouse in 12 locations across nine U.S. states.

Our team of 600+ full time team members are hard-working, supportive and passionate about sustainable urban agriculture. We work to create an environment that is caring, fun and collaborative. Gotham Greens is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicant interest only; please no external recruiters. gothamgreens.com

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