Summary
Elite Brands is seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in working safely and efficiently, and enjoys being part of a team-focused operation. Key responsibilities include receiving products, replenishing pick bins, performing inventory movements, fulfilling orders, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse. Success in this role requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills, along with a commitment to accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This position offers consistent hours, a positive work environment, and the opportunity to play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly and serving our customers effectively.
This role is part of a 5 day work week and includes benefits such as employee product discounts, 401(k) matching, health benefits, profit sharing, and progressive PTO based on tenure. Beyond the role itself, you’ll be joining one of Colorado’s leading beverage distributors—recognized as Craft Beer Wholesaler of the Year and a Top 100 Family Owned Business in Colorado. We value growth, teamwork, and celebrating wins together through company events, in house happy hours, and outings throughout the year. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties
- Receive incoming shipments and verify product quantities and identify information against bills of lading and other receiving documents.
- Safely unload trucks and containers using appropriate equipment, including hand trucks, carts, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders using the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and voice-picking technology, ensuring accuracy and minimizing product damage.
- Perform inventory movements, adjustments, replenishments, cycle counts, and physical inventory audits as assigned.
- Identify, document, and report inventory discrepancies, damaged product, and other inventory concerns to leadership.
- Operate warehouse equipment and material-handling devices safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records and complete daily tasks within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment that supports operational excellence and workplace safety standards.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining accuracy and safety.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull products throughout the workday.
- Basic math, reading, and computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory and order accuracy.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies.
- Reliable transportation, attendance, and punctuality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous warehouse, distribution, inventory, or order fulfillment experience.
- Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RF scanners, or voice-picking technology.
- Forklift and/or pallet jack operating experience.
- Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, or receiving processes.
Behavioral Expectations
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, accountability, and a positive attitude.
- Communicates openly, honestly, and professionally.
- Works collaboratively and supports team success.
- Adapts to changing priorities and business needs.
- Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, development, and workplace safety.
Equipment Used
- Forklifts
- Pallet jacks
- Hand trucks and carts
- Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Voice-picking equipment and related warehouse technology
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is performed in a warehouse environment with regular exposure to moving machinery, material-handling equipment, and varying warehouse conditions.
- May be exposed to temperature fluctuations, outdoor weather conditions, vibration, airborne particles, and refrigerated or cold-storage areas.
- Noise levels are typically moderate.
- Ability to hear warning signals, alarms, and equipment horns is required to maintain a safe work environment.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Regularly stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
- Frequently handle, move, lift, carry, push, and pull cases and materials.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move products weighing up to 165 pounds, with or without assistance.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and material-handling devices.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining accuracy and safety.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull products throughout the workday.
- Basic math, reading, and computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory and order accuracy.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies.
- Reliable transportation, attendance, and punctuality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous warehouse, distribution, inventory, or order fulfillment experience.
- Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RF scanners, or voice-picking technology.
- Forklift and/or pallet jack operating experience.
- Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, or receiving processes.
Behavioral Expectations
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, accountability, and a positive attitude.
- Communicates openly, honestly, and professionally.
- Works collaboratively and supports team success.
- Adapts to changing priorities and business needs.
- Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, development, and workplace safety.
