Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate

Job Location: Lenexa, KS   
 

At Dot’s Pretzels, we hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot’s Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation at Dot’s Pretzels is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. For the past ten years, we have worked hard to make great products for our customers and build a strong team. Recently brought under the Hershey brand, Dot’s Pretzels is experiencing an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team in the Lenexa, KS location.  

 

Pay:  

 

• Starting pay is $21.65/hr   

• Shift differential of $2/hr for overnight shifts  

• Up to $1/hr pay increase after 6 months of good standing employment  

• Overtime Potential!  

 

Total Rewards:  

 

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Starting Day 1!  

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match  

• Paid Time Off  

• Referral Bonus of $500, when eligible  

 

 Shifts:  

 

• 12-hour shifts:  D shift (5pm - 5am) One week - Wed-Sat; Next week - Thurs - Sat 

• Schedule assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during an interview.  

 

 Candidate Process:  

 

Please note-communications will be through phone, email and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email  

• Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a phone screen.

• Post-Offer Background Check required  

• Drug Screen required  

 

 

Job Summary: 

 

The Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate will be responsible for moving materials and ensuring all materials entering and exiting the building are accurately accounted for. 

  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

 

• Work with production plant to provide their necessary materials for daily operation 

• Pick the right product from inventory and packaging using the correct material 

• Fill out all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner 

• Prepare product orders to meet pick-up demands 

• Physically prepare and load all freight orders for pickup 

• Properly document receipts of incoming materials, checking packing slips for accuracy 

• Ensure that all products entering or leaving the building meets quality standards 

• Coordinate with Plant Operations and Shipping to ensure order timelines are met. 

• Receive all incoming orders and store in racking 

• Organize material storage in the warehouse to prevent clutter 

• Utilize time to set up and organize for next day orders and production 

• Conduct inventory reconciliation on a daily basis 

• Keep physical track of inventory 

• Maintain clean and orderly work area 

• Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations 

• Assist in areas of production as needed 

• Other duties as assigned