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Charlie's Produce

Supplies fresh produce to stores and restaurants

Inventory Control

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Anchorage, AK, USA
In Person
Warehouse & FulfillmentInventory Control & Cycle Counting
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • At least one year of warehouse shipping and handling experience is preferred.
  • Experience with WMS AS 400.
  • Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Must be able to safely operate all warehouse equipment.
  • A vast knowledge of the fresh produce or perishables industry is needed to be successful in this role.
  • Must demonstrate written, verbal, and oral presentation skills.
  • Ability to plan, organize, implement, and follow through on projects.
  • Ability to perform well under pressure and short deadlines.
  • Critical thinking and the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
  • Must be able to communicate with all levels of management internally and externally.
  • Adaptability and flexibility, including the ability to react quickly to changing requirements while maintaining communication with all parties involved.
  • Must be able to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, and reach regularly.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and days, including weekends and holidays.
  • This is a safety-sensitive position.
Responsibilities
  • Walk the warehouse and cold rooms, including the Repack and Partials room, multiple times daily to inspect the overall quality of all inventories in the facility; open cases, check receiving dates, and verify proper case rotation in the pick slots.
  • Work with warehouse staff to check back stock products on upper-tier racking.
  • Work with Sales and Buying departments to recommend moving product to the Repack Department or clearance.
  • Work closely with Buyers, QA, and Operations to communicate needs and opportunities.
  • Participate in internal and external quality audits and assist with third-party and customer audits to obtain or maintain certifications.
  • Report quality and food safety issues and trends to management.
Desired Qualifications
  • Inventory Management experience is a plus.

About the company

Charlie's Produce buys and distributes fresh produce to grocery retailers, restaurants, institutions and other wholesale customers across the western United States. Its Fresh Solutions business processes fruits and vegetables into ready-to-eat salads, snack trays and other prepared foods for retail shelves and commercial kitchens. The company earns money through product sales, combining local and international sourcing with refrigerated warehouses, delivery fleets and customer support that includes store merchandising and menu planning. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Charlie's also sells floral products and operates brands covering organic produce and cold-pressed juices.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seattle, WA

Founded

1978

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What believers are saying

  • Employees share in ownership: Charlie's retirement program includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
  • College costs get prepaid: Charlie's covers American Public University tuition for employees and dependent children, through master's degrees.
  • Medical coverage starts promptly: Charlie's Seattle operations support role includes insurance from the month following hire.

What critics are saying

  • Seattle support specialists work evenings: Charlie's lists 5pm starts, with weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
  • Food safety adds operational exposure: Charlie's maintains a recall plan and tracks all products through its warehouse system.
  • Supply disruptions complicate sourcing: Charlie's October 2026 market report flagged shipper delays and disease-reduced lettuce yields.

What makes Charlie's Produce unique

  • Distribution extends beyond produce sales: Charlie's CP Logistics business sells third-party cold-chain services across Alaska and western markets.
  • Growers reach broader markets: Charlie's trading division brokers produce throughout the United States and parts of Canada.
  • Food handling follows external standards: Charlie's holds Safe Quality Food certification for its food safety and quality systems.

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