Warehouse Associate - Funky Buddha Management LLC

Funky Buddha Brewery, located in Oakland Park, Florida, is seeking a Full time Warehouse Associate to join its growing team. Established in 2010 at its Boca Raton brewpub, Funky Buddha is known for pushing the boundaries of traditional brewing methods with culinary-inspired recipes utilizing all-natural, food-centric ingredients. Some of its best-known beers include flagships Hop Gun IPA and Floridian Hefeweizen.  This fast-growing company is the first production brewery in the greater Fort Lauderdale area and the largest brewery in South Florida and is positioned for rapid expansion over the next few years.

“Where the Best Beers Are – Top 20 Brewpubs/Breweries for good beer” – USA Today “25 Breweries to Know” – Draft Magazine “10 Best Breweries to Visit in the South” – First We Feast

JOB DESCRIPTION

 The Warehouse Associate is responsible for ensuring that the warehouse and all goods within it are maintained in a safe and orderly fashion and is responsible for receiving and properly tracking incoming and outgoing products, raw and packaging materials, beers and other goods and materials flowing through the warehouse (for brewery, cellar, taproom, packaging, etc.).  The Warehouse Associate is must be able to pick orders accurately for outgoing shipments and to carefully inspect and sign for incoming shipments.  The Warehouse Associate must be someone who can maintain good order and efficiency in all areas regarding inventory organization.  The Warehouse Associate must be a hard-working, responsible, and self-motivated individual with a passion for craft beer and a desire to continue learning and growing within the industry.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Accurate picking of outbound orders
• Accurate checking of picked orders for shipment
• Efficient unloading and loading trucks with a forklift, according to orders placed
• Keeping very accurate inventory records
• Perform periodic inventory counts
• Rotating finished goods and raw materials
• Daily detailed reporting of work activities by email
• Keeping the warehouse and all areas clean
• Maintain a safe and friendly working environment
• Manage coolers and rotate inventory.
• Organize and manage warehouse space efficiently.
• Make sure to read the packaging schedule daily in order to be prepared for that day and the next day’s units. Communicate with Inventory Specialist and prioritize which beer to ship.
• Accurately record amount of beer packaged in necessary logs.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for truck loading and inventory control.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, yet be precise in all daily tasks.
• Be safety minded in all aspects of the job and report any possible unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Proper Use of Personal Protection Equipment
• Updates job knowledge by participating in staff training opportunities

• This list is not exhaustive and job functions are subject to change to accommodate changing business needs

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Assist in any other special duties associated with brewery operations.
• May be asked to assist with other duties and special projects throughout the Brewery

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Near Vision Constant

Far Vision Constant

Hearing Constant

Talking Constant

Standing Constant

Walking Frequent

Crouching, Bending, Stooping Frequent

Lifting/Carrying up to 55 lbs Frequent

Reaching Frequent

Grasping Frequent

Pushing/Pulling Frequent

Climbing Stairs Occasional

Sitting Occasional

Computer Use Occasional

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

OSHA laws require the use of the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety:

• Safety goggles  when working in certain Production areas or when performing certain tasks
• Steel-toe, water resistant boots with ankle protection
• Hearing Protection in loud environments

• Safety gloves when handling industrial strength chemicals

Employees will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE.  Funky Buddha Brewery provides the required PPE.  It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly to your Manager.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

No positions directly report to this position.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Prior forklift experience is required
• Prior inventory experience is required
• Prior experience in picking orders is required
• Ability to manage several responsibilities
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Flexibility in terms of hours and a willingness to work night shifts, weekends, and overtime
• Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals
• Ability to work safely in a wet, noisy, and non-temperature-controlled environment
• Ability to meet production, quality and safety standards

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

EDUCATION

High school diploma preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Forklift operation

Inventory experience required

Mechanical experience and aptitude preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

No special licenses or certificates required.

GROOMING

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.

Integrity, loyalty and a good sense of humor are all factors in who we hire.  We are a rapidly expanding company with growth potential within.

Funky Buddha Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

If you think you have what it takes to join this exciting and growing company, please apply here. Calls, letters, faxes, carrier pigeon, or personal visits will not be accepted.

By applying to this job, I certify that all information represented by me in this employment application is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree and understand that any falsification, omission or misrepresentation of information is grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment and may result in my dismissal if discovered at a later date and I agree that Funky Buddha Brewery shall not be liable, in any respect, if any resulting employment is terminated because of misstatements or omissions made by me in this application.