Warehouse Operator - Full Time, Swing Shift

Founded in 1988 in Bend, Oregon, Deschutes Brewery has been pushing the craft beer movement forward for more than three decades. Today, we're proud to be the 6th largest independent craft brewery in the United States, with a reputation built on innovation, quality, and a whole lot of passion for producing a great product. Deschutes continues to grow, with a footprint in all 50 states one of the fastest growing non-alcoholic portfolio's in the country. We've also partnered with brands including Patagonia Provisions, Boneyard Beer and PARTYBOMB, a new-to-world flavored malt beverage. From hop-forward classics to creative seasonal releases, award winning non-alcoholic beers to flavor forward malt beverages, we're driven by one simple goal: brew damn tasty beverages that bring people together. If you're looking to do meaningful work with people who care deeply about their craft -and know how to have fun along the way- Deschutes Brewery is a place where you can grow and make an impact.

Deschutes Brewery is currently hiring full-time Warehouse Operators! The Warehouse Operator is responsible for physically building mixed Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) pallets for shipments and accurately loading distributor trucks using our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. This role will aid in the receipt and storage of finished goods and raw materials coming into the warehouse from the production floor and outside vendors. All of these duties are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures while safely operating a forklift in a busy warehouse setting.

The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am. Schedule may change based on business need. 

The starting compensation wage for this role depends on your previous experience, skills and education/certifications. Base wages when joining this team start at $18.36/hour and increase based on previous warehouse and ERP experience you bring to the role. This position offers a career path up to $28.60/hour for our employees who successfully complete our training program and hold several years of experience in our warehouse. This position is also eligible for a shift differential of an additional $3.00/hour for time worked between 6:00pm - 6:00am. Average hourly starting pay with shift differential is $20.46 - $23.03. Additional opportunities for wage increases are also associated with cross-training, specialty licenses and promotional opportunities.

 

Just some of the awesome perks of working at Deschutes Brewery include:

• Awesome co-workers!
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k Match of 4% vested immediately!
• 2 weeks paid vacation, 1 week sick leave, and paid holidays
• "On Demand Pay" (get your money when you need it) available through DailyPay
• Employee stock ownership - be a part owner of Deschutes Brewery!
• Pro deals with local companies
• Deschutes Brewery and Boneyard discounts
• Uniform stipend
• Free beer for employees 21 years and older

 

Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
• Experience picking items in a warehouse setting
• Experience driving a forklift
  • Forklift training is provided and forklift certification is required within 2 weeks of starting in the position
• Experience working with an ERP and scan gun

 

Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• Truckload shipping and receiving
• Inventory control
• Class A CLD holder
• Packaging food grade products in an industrial setting

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact [email protected] to discuss your application.