Food‑Grade Warehouse: Standards, Requirements & Certifications

First Logistics operates an AIB Food Defense certified and FDA‑registered food‑grade warehouse at 11859 S. Central Ave., Alsip, IL 60803. We specialize in ambient storage for beverage (non‑alcohol), dry CPG, snacks, bakery goods, and ambient food ingredients. Our facility, SOPs, and audit cadence are designed to safeguard product quality while enabling efficient, compliant operations.

What “Food‑Grade Warehouse” Really Means

  • Documented sanitation programs
  • Pest management with logs and corrective actions
  • Allergen control and segregation practices
  • Traceability with lot/batch tracking and FEFO/FIFO rotation
  • Approved chemicals list and MSDS on file
  • Personnel hygiene and secure site access

Our Certifications & Compliance

  • AIB Food Defense certification
  • FDA facility registration
  • Continuous food‑safety training
  • Digital documentation for audits and customer reviews

Who We Serve (Ambient Only)

  • Beverage (non‑alcohol / non‑beer)
  • Dry ambient CPG
  • Snacks & confectionery
  • Bakery (shelf‑stable)
  • Ambient ingredients

Why First Logistics

  • AIB Food Defense certified & FDA registered
  • Ambient‑only specialization = cost‑efficient + compliant
  • Lot/batch traceability + retail readiness
  • Strategic Chicago‑area location

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