Job Description

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

The purpose of the Inventory Control Associate Backup position is to assist the Inventory Control department Reclamation and Cycle Counting, and other duties as assigned by management.

• Accurate Counts of Inventory
• Fix strays and damages in the warehouse aisles
• Highly proficient with Excel, Outlook Teams
• Must have computer knowledge, able to send email, reports, etc
• Able to read product lists and packages.
• Keeping Inventory in Correct Locations
• Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend.
• Operating Forklift, pallet jack
• Repetitive lifting
• Perform additional tasks as needed
• Must be able to work at a height distance while using a lift (cannot be scared of heights)

Shift Hours: Monday - Friday 7am-4pm

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Inventory experience preferred.
• Highly proficient with Excel, Outlook, Teams
• Must have computer knowledge, able to send emails, reports, etc.
• Forklift, pallet jack experience preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must pass drug screen and physical exam
• High School Diploma or GED required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work at a height distance while using a lift (cannot be scared of heights)
• Able to read product lists and packages
• Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to handle product weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to repetitively lift.
• Ability to learn to operate heavy warehouse equipment, such as electric pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Must have normal use of shoulders, arms, wrist, hands, feet and legs.
• Must be able to work in different warehouse temperature zones
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery horns)

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.