Job description

About us

Founded by Dawn Russell in 2009, Treats for Chickens prioritizes health and happiness for backyard pet chickens. In 2013, the company became the first USDA-Certified Organic manufacturer of poultry treats, vitamins, and herbal bedding, producing hand-packed, small batches in the California wine country - Sonoma County. We make the best products for pet chickens and their owners

We are hiring one motivated forward thinker who is a self-starter that can step right on in, join our business, and take charge of our day-to-day Warehouse procedures.

NOTE: this is not your typical “warehouse” position. Treats for Chickens is a boutique sized company offering a great place to learn and work if you want to break away from the traditional linear path in a shop/office/warehouse role, wear many hats, use your energy and feel satisfied at the end of your workday.

Previous warehousing experience and familiarity with USDA Organic certifications, forklift operation, QuickBooks, and Shopify are a plus, but not required. Logistics management students or those interested in warehousing and logistics seeking relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Or, if you are experienced: please apply and bring your a-game!

Warehouse Operations Responsibilities: in compliance with USDA Organic standards

1)Purchase, receive, track and maintain ingredients and packaging

2)Ensure all items are received, stored, handled, and manufactured efficiently

3)Create, manage and assist Production with handling, blending, and packaging products

4)Maintain and update logs, records, lot numbers, etc for State of CA and USDA tracking and tracing

5)Ensure warehouse efficiencies, taking preventative measures to reduce out-of-stocks

6)Assemble, stage and schedule outbound wholesale and distribution shipments, monitoring costs and timeline

7)Follow up, track and resolve shipping delays and errors to ensure proper movement of shipments

8)Safely operate forklifts, hand tools, scales, and light machinery in busy/confined spaces

9)Ensure warehouse, equipment, shipping/receiving, production areas are kept clean and free of hazards

10)Assist with Shopify online orders as needed

You Are:

• Comfortable navigating a PC; utilizing software (Word, Excel), Gmail, Freight management systems, digital scales, light machinery
• A self-starter who can work efficiently without continuous oversight
• A lover of systems, process and problem solving but also understand the importance of a quick pivot
• Able to lift 50lbs for a short period, can stand, reach, kneel, climb, walk, push, pull and move for 6-8 hours per day
• Tactful with customers and vendors on the phone and via email
• Eager to troubleshoot and enjoy the art of multitasking
• Reliable, dependable, and can consistently arrive on time for your shift
• Friendly and organized with a team-oriented work ethic
• Vaccinated against COVID-19

Work Environment

Operations occur in a warehouse environment with no temperature control, a healthy amount of dust, and a few creepy crawlies to keep us company. The uniform is comfortable shoes and clothes that you aren’t afraid to get dusty.

Details

• Position: 28-32 hours per week
• Schedule: Mondays to Thursdays. 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; 3-day weekends!
• Location: Onsite in Cotati, Sonoma County, CA
• Starting Salary: $19. Salary increase dependent on the skillset/experience you bring

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Sick Pay
• Work-Life Balance
• Generous Employee Discount on products

Treats for Chickens is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, beliefs, gender identity and/or expression, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We greatly value diversity at our company. We comply with state public health protocols.

To Apply, send the following through Indeed.com

• A brief paragraph describing why you are a good fit for this position
• Your availability for an in-person/onsite interview in Cotati, CA
• A copy of your vaccination card
• The date you are available to begin working if selected
• An updated resume

For fun, you can also include in your email an answer to the following question (Hint: it’s a joke):

Why does a chicken coop have two doors?

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cotati, CA 94931: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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