Associate

"Department: Distribution

Reports To: Distribution Manager

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Department Description

The Distribution Department plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless flow of meals from our facility to the customer. Once the meals are packaged, they are stored in our walk-in coolers, strategically organized for distribution to storefronts, businesses, and home deliveries. This crucial process is facilitated by our fleet of large, temperature-controlled trucks, ensuring that each meal arrives at its destination in perfect condition, ready to be enjoyed by our customers.

Position Summary

We are seeking a methodical, detail-oriented, self-starter to join our fit-flavors Distribution team! Distribution Associates work independently and collaboratively with fellow team members, frequently interacting with the packaging, kitchen, and store teams. Strong written and verbal communication is essential, and associates are expected to provide exceptional customer service during home deliveries.

Additional Requirements:

Speak and write English fluently

Maintain a clean driving record (must be insurable by company vehicle insurance)

Responsibilities

Pick, pack, and deliver store and home orders efficiently and accurately

Load and unload delivery vehicles, maintaining organized routes

Transfer materials between stores and production as needed

Pickup and return snacks, supplies, and recycled materials

Pull meals and snacks for orders and verify against invoices

Pack, organize, and label all orders accurately

Print, organize, and label daily invoices

Maintain vehicle cleanliness, refuel, and report maintenance issues

Pick up supplies from vendors and manage department inventory

Build delivery boxes and rotate ice packs

Organize cooler and manage FIFO standards

Put away newly packed meals and dispose of expired bulk items

Count cooler inventory daily after order fulfillment

Monitor and engage with other departments via Slack

Communicate delivery updates, vehicle needs, and improvement opportunities to management

Results

Accurate and timely preparation of inventory and customer orders

On-time and professional delivery to stores and customers

Smooth coordination with kitchen, packaging, and store teams

Maintained cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency of the department

Positive feedback from customers and internal teams

Expectations

Speak and write English fluently

Maintain a clean driving record (must be insurable by company vehicle insurance)

Demonstrate strong attention to detail and independently manage tasks and schedules

Commit to completing core job functions efficiently and reliably

Show interest or background in the health/nutrition industry

Engage in professional growth and development opportunities

Schedule

Full Time

Sunday-Wednesday

5 AM - 3 PM

MUST be flexible to change and pick up shifts as needed

Compensation

$19/hr

Physical Requirements

Able to lift 50+ pounds

Able to work at a swift pace on your feet for 3-4 hours at a time

Able to maneuver large boxes

Able to work in refrigerated (cold) conditions for 3-4 hours at a time

Benefits Package

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

401K (with 4% company match)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Additional benefit programs (ex: free group workout/training services)

50% discount off meals and 30% discount off meals for immediate family members

1 free shift meal

Note: Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position."