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Hickory Nut Gap is a working family farm, and a meat distribution company based in Fairview, North Carolina. The wholesale business collaborates with a network of farmers in our region to produce regeneratively raised, 100% grassfed beef and pasture raised heritage breed pork. Our meats are sold to retail, distributor, food service, ecommerce, and other customers across the eastern US.   
 
We believe in a better world, and we are inviting everyone to come along. For us, better means treating our planet with respect. It means improving the lives of animals and the livelihoods of farmers.  Our team is made up of people who collaborate, support, have fun, and challenge one another with an eye towards improvement and growth.   We need outstanding people to join our team and fulfill our mission and change the food system.

FULL TIME WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

POSITIONFull Time Warehouse Associate
HOURS & LOCATION8am-4pm Monday-Friday (average hours), Flat Rock, NC
BENEFITSHealth benefits, Holidays, 401k, PTO, Paid Leave
COMPENSATION$20/hour

INTRODUCTION  

The Warehouse Associate works out of the HNG wholesale warehouse, a shared space in Flat Rock, NC.  The warehouse is comprised of a multistory walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, dry storage areas, loading docks and office space. As a warehouse associate you are responsible for making sure our products and warehouse space are cared for, orders are accurate, customers are happy, and the team is supported. You will work in cold conditions where attention to detail is important for safety and to ensure the work is accurate and the warehouse is kept in good working condition. The ability to work as part of a team while executing individual tasks is a key to success in this role. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  

  • Receive and pack orders with efficiency and accuracy
  • Assist in inventory management and rotation
  • Warehouse operational and team support 

DAILY OVERSIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Assist in receiving product weekly  
  • Operate reach truck in cooler and freezer daily
  • Pack orders with efficiency and accuracy
  • Rotate meat through the cooler and freezer
  • Assist with warehouse cleaning and upkeep
  • Attend weekly and monthly staff meetings
  • Miscellaneous support tasks, as assigned by Warehouse Manager

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION  

  • Experience using a reach truck or forklift 
  • Ability to work well in a team
  • Ability to lift 60 lbs
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Effective and professional oral communication
  • Ability and desire to enhance the reputation of the Hickory Nut Gap brand

TO APPLY: Email cover letter and resume to the hiring manager: ann.sitler@hickorynutgap.com 

PART TIME DELIVERY DRIVER

POSITIONPart Time Delivery Driver Associate
HOURS & LOCATION8am-4pm Wednesday & Friday, Flat Rock, NC
BENEFITSHolidays, 401k, PTO, Paid Leave
COMPENSATION$20/hour

INTRODUCTION  

The Delivery Driver works out of the HNG wholesale warehouse, a shared space in Flat Rock, NC, and on the road in the company-branded delivery vehicle. The person in this role will represent HNG while delivering product to restaurants, grocery stores, and schools in Western NC and Upstate SC. This position works closely with the sales team to ensure quality customer service and capture sales opportunities and leads. This role also supports the warehouse team and manager in daily functions. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  

  • Deliver orders accurately and on time
  • Collaborate with sales on leads and feedback 
  • Support warehouse team with daily operations 

DAILY OVERSIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Operate electric and manual pallet jack daily 
  • Deliver product to customers primarily around Western NC (5-20 stops/day) 
  • Develop and maintain relationships with customers 
  • Solve problems on the road for customers and teammates 
  • Share daily delivery route feedback with the sales and operations teams 
  • Assist the warehouse team with daily functions such as (but not limited to): 
  • Packing orders 
  • Organizing product 
  • Assisting customers 
  • Rotate meat through cooler and freezer 
  • Assist with warehouse cleaning and upkeep 
  • Attend weekly and monthly staff meetings 
  • Miscellaneous support and tasks, as assigned by Warehouse Manager 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION  

  • Excellent driving record 
  • Excellent customer service skills 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
  • Effective and professional oral and written communication 
  • Demonstrated ability to function in a team setting, with strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain harmonious relationships 
  • Ability and desire to enhance the reputation of the Hickory Nut Gap brand 

TO APPLY: Email cover letter and resume to the hiring manager: ann.sitler@hickorynutgap.com 

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