Full-Time

Operations Recruiter

Warehouse & Transportation Hiring

Deadline 8/13/27
Harbor Foods

Harbor Foods

51-200 employees

B2B food distribution and logistics provider

Compensation Overview

$31 - $39/hr

+ 401(k) employer match

Lacey, WA, USA

In Person

Travel to CDL schools throughout the year and to Harbor distribution centers annually is required.

Bachelor's, Associate's

Category
People & HR (1)
Required Skills
Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)
Microsoft Office

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Requirements
  • Working knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills and prior experience with applicant tracking systems.
  • Full interview and assessment experience in warehouse operations.
  • Ability to travel to CDL schools throughout the year and to Harbor distribution centers annually.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving recruiting environment and adjust as hiring needs change.
  • A bachelor's or associate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and keep hiring moving.
  • Build talent pipelines through agencies, schools, community groups, career fairs, and hiring events.
  • Manage candidate activity and interview updates in the applicant tracking system.
  • Screen resumes, interview candidates, recommend hires, and support offer delivery.
  • Coordinate internal transfers, including interviews and transfer or offer letters.
  • Stay familiar with warehouse and transportation roles through routine job shadowing.
  • Work in tandem with the corporate recruiter and human resources team.
  • Support recruiting compliance and other human resources projects as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Three to five years of recruiting experience in a large company environment.
  • Certified commercial driver's license driver recruiting experience.

Harbor Foods distributes food and related supplies to business customers in the Pacific Northwest through three units: Harbor Wholesale, Harbor Foodservice, and Northlink Logistics. It operates four distribution centers with a 750,000+ square-foot footprint and a fleet of more than 170 trucks, handling over 10,000 products including fresh, frozen, and dry goods as well as equipment for the foodservice industry. Customers include convenience stores, independent grocers, and local restaurants, who can order online via Harbor Hub and K360, and access private-label programs Real Fresh Brands and Harbor Exclusive Brands with turnkey concepts. The company aims to support independent retailers and restaurants by offering a broad product catalog, private-label options, and integrated logistics while expanding its regional footprint.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Kent, Washington

Founded

1923

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Harbor opened 2026 trade shows in Tacoma and Roseville, signaling active customer acquisition.
  • Harbor Wholesale expanded California presence through MTC Distributing, strengthening growth beyond Washington.
  • Harbor's Harbor Hub and K360 ordering tools deepen switching costs for independent operators.

What critics are saying

  • Justin Erickson faces assault-by-watercraft and leaving-scene charges in August 2026.
  • Erickson's criminal case risks leadership distraction, lender scrutiny, and customer confidence erosion.
  • Sysco and US Foods can outspend Harbor Foods, compressing margins and acquisition targets.

What makes Harbor Foods unique

  • Harbor Foods serves 7,500+ West Coast customers through four distribution centers, per August 2026.
  • Harbor owns exclusive brands and Real Fresh Brands, giving retailers turnkey menu concepts.
  • Northlink Logistics adds freight management and fleet control beyond ordinary food distribution.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Hybrid Work Options