Warehouse Coordinator

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New Riff Distillery

Warehouse Coordinator

Newport, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    COMPANY OVERVIEW:

    New Riff Distilling, founded in 2014, is an independently owned Kentucky Bourbon Distillery. We're a new riff on an old tradition. We focus on Bourbon and Rye Whiskey as well as offering one of the most robust single barrel programs in the industry. New Riff is located Newport, KY, on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. We're open for tours, tastings, experiences, and shopping. We are “respectfully different” from the Bourbon Distilleries that have come before us – offering a unique take on America's Spirit. Learn more at newriffdistilling.com

    JOB SUMMARY:

    New Riff is looking for a candidate that is able to learn new processes and procedures quickly, follow written standards of operation, work with minimal supervision, possesses strong attention to detail, and demonstrates enthusiasm for the work with an engaging positive attitude.

    The Warehouse Coordinator will report directly to the Packaging & Logistics Manager and work closely with another Warehouse Coordinator to ensure all duties and responsibilities listed below are completed. This is a first shift position that generally works from 8a-4p. Your primary functions will revolve around order fulfillment, shipping, receiving, and inventory management. This is a full-time position, $21.00- $23.00/hour depending on experience.

    **ESSENTIAL DUTIES & **RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Builds finished good orders according to the picklist, documenting all necessary information.
    • Build orders according to New Riff and customer specifications.
    • Review built orders in the staging location by physically looking at each pallet, verifying case counts by comparing physical pallets to the original PO. Report any issues and work with warehouse personnel and Packaging & Logistics Manager to correct any issues.
    • Confirm information on customer provided BOL's as they are received.
    • Generate BOL's on an as needed basis.
    • Load / Unload shipments.
    • Communicate with drivers to verify pickup information prior to loading/unloading any truck.
    • Ensure orders are fulfilled accurately, safely and shipped on time.
    • Deliver received shipments to various employees/departments.
    • Coordinate internal finished good orders, communicating & delivering the order to the respective individual &/or department. .
    • Work collaboratively with the Bottling Line and Quality Coordinator to properly clear & store finished goods each day.
    • Maintain an accurate finished goods inventory. Assist with EOM Raw Material/FG inventory counts.
    • Responsible for approving private single barrel pick-up dates/times.
    • Confirm all selection information prior to the customer's arrival.
    • Greet customers in a courteous and professional manner at the selection pick-up door & assist them with the loading of their selection cases.
    • Work collaboratively with the Single Barrel team to address any issues or concerns.
    • Utilize software databases on a daily basis, including AirTable, Whiskey Systems and Excel to build orders, verify order details, verify selection details, & maintain accurate inventory levels.
    • Maintain a safe, clean, & organized warehouse.

    General Duties

    • Be flexible and open to support other tasks as needed.
    • Other duties as assigned or requested.

    QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE:

    Required Education

    • High school degree or equivalent education

    Required Experience

    • 2-3 years of manufacturing experience, preferred

    Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (Include professional or technical certifications if applicable)

    • Basic computer skills including use of Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Sheets, Doc, Etc.)
    • Certified Forklift Operator
    • Considers safety in all work activities
    • Attention to detail; maintain accurate records in a timely fashion
    • Proven ability to work independently, yet thrives in a team environment, including the ability to productively motivate without direct line responsibility
    • Enthusiastic; encourages & solicits input from others.
    • Sense of urgency – identify discrepancies, and “fix” situation
    • Safety minded
    • Detail oriented, with the ability to stay focused under pressure.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    The position is on the production floor, and routinely requires heavy lifting and repetitive motion.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

    At New Riff Distilling diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. New Riff Distilling is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.

    COMPETENCIES :

    • Respect: We act with integrity and high regard for our professionalism and character. We can be counted on to “do the right thing.”
    • Excellence : We hold our performance to the highest of standards, never resting on past achievements. We strive for success and undertake continuous learning and development.
    • Accountability : We own our actions and claim responsibility for their results. We are authentic in our conduct.
    • Action Oriented: Consistently maintains high levels of activity or productivity; sustains long working hours when necessary, works with vigor, effectiveness and determination over a sustained period.
    • Initiative: Takes action without being asked or required to; achieves goals beyond job requirements; being proactive; taking prompt action to accomplish objectives.

    EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION:

    New Riff cares as much for our people as we do for our whiskey; in fact, we think the two are mutually inclusive. We believe we can only reach our goals by Doing Things Right, by improving as best we can our little corner of the world and uplifting the quality of life for all who work on it.

    Just like our whiskey we're a new riff on an old tradition, balancing the best parts of the modern workplace with some of the “old school” benefits of years past. New Riff offers world class benefits that are 100% employer paid including unlimited PTO, and paid parental leave. We understand life happens outside of work, and believe employees and their families deserve time, security, a “better than most” compensation package and control of their lives. We're young, we're driven, and we believe in a very simple rule --- if we treat the people right, with respect and fairness, the whiskey will turn our right too.