Warehouse Order Selector

Warehouse Associate

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Market and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Why Work for UNFI – NorCal Produce?

• Union
• UNFI 401K
• Incentive pay – earn more money for exceeding productivity goals (130 cases per hour quota goal.)
• Incentives start at $.25 all the way up $7.50 per hour!
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment (on first of the month)
• Tuition reimbursement

Shift Info:

• Sundays are MANDATORY! (Busiest day of the week!)
• 2 days back-to-back off during the week and Saturdays always OFF
• 2PM start until finish
• 4x10hrs schedule typically
• Overtime as needed, sometimes mandatory
• Fully climate-controlled warehouse - must be ok with chill environment (no freezer, just fridge around 35 degrees) Nuts, fruits, veggies, fresh flowers etc. are found at this distribution center

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for having a strong understanding of the equipment he/she uses, pick locations, pallet building, productivity measures and safety procedures

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues
• Enters the proper information into the productivity measure
• Identifies the correct pick location and pick sequence in accordance to the order
• Picks the correct item and quantity, checking UPC's or item descriptions
• Places pick labels on the side of the cases
• Correctly identifies Master Case locations
• Identifies and immediately reports miss-located products
• Shrink wraps and labels with correct truck, stop and other required information
• Stages pallets in appropriate bay
• Keeps area clean and debris out of work area
• Immediately informs a supervisor or manager of any potential safety threats
• Obtains aisle-cleaning assignment
• Operates pallet jack/push cart in a safe and efficient manner
• Reports to supervisor or lead any violation of company policy
• Builds a stable and well cubed pallet.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum one year warehouse experience required
• Experience with rider pallet jack, electric pallet jack or similar
• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required
• Ability to select at established minimum rate
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lifting objects weighing from less than 20 lbs. to 60 lbs. consistently
• Occasionally pushing, sitting, touching, reaching, climbing, pulling, and gripping

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state/provincial and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program (or retirement savings plan if in Canada); medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account (U.S. only), subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate's first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI's commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.

UNFI's compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company's sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.