job openings at Hickory Nut Gap

Hickory Nut Gap is a working family farm and a meat distribution company based in Fairview, North Carolina. The meat company, Hickory Nut Gap Meats, 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. 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.

Current JOB Openings

The Warehouse Manager works out of the HNG Meats leased warehouse space in Flat Rock, NC.  The HNG portion of the warehouse is comprised of a multistory walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, dry storage areas, loading docks and office space.  

The Warehouse Manager oversees all receiving, shipping, movement and Quality Assurance of HNG product in the warehouse. They are responsible for managing the team and making decisions together with the Production Manager and other departmental managers. The ability to prioritize work, pay attention to details, and work as part of a team while executing individual tasks is a key to success in this role. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Inventory Management 
  • Management of warehouse team and operational execution 
  • Logistics coordination and oversight 
  • Food Safety and Quality Assurance Management 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review, receive, audit, and monitor purchase orders daily. 
  • Manage inventory movement, volume and accuracy through company ERP. 
  • Manage all shipping of product including preparation, organization, review, BOL creation, sign off and resolution. 
  • Management of warehouse supplies, equipment, and maintenance 
  • Create invoices for all products shipped directly from the warehouse. 
  • Accurately and efficiently file all inbound and outbound paperwork, both physical and digital. 
  • Manage 2-3 warehouse associates.  
  • Manage outbound shipments via 3rd party carriers. 
  • Track and manage value added production preparation and shipping. 
  • Train and lead team on Forklift and Reach truck safety. 
  • Direct warehouse contact person for all local wholesale accounts, distribution buyers, sales. representatives, and transportation companies. 
  • Manage FIFO rotation. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

  • Superior knowledge of product costing and inventory management 
  • 2-3 years warehouse experience 
  • 1-2 years management experience 
  • Knowledge and experience in perishables, meat industry preferred. 
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel  
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and processes 
  • Comfortable in a rapidly changing environment 
  • Ability to successfully work independently 
  • Strong written and oral communication skills 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This may be a physically demanding position. Most days will be somewhat sedentary at a desk, but there is regular moving around and warehouse assistance may be needed requiring lifting to 60 lbs.

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

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