2nd Shift Warehouse Sanitation Associate - Edison, NJ

UNFI; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UNFI, a large national distributor, is seeking a janitorial associate to clean and maintain a distribution center on site in Edison, NJ. The role focuses on routine cleaning, minor maintenance, and assisting with safety procedures to support overall operations.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and warehouse experience is preferred. The position requires adherence to HACCP/SQF policies and occasional travel to company offices or other locations may occur.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent related experience.
• Warehouse/operations/manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that location has all of the needed janitorial equipment.
• Operates floor scrubber.
• Sweeps and vacuums dock plates.
• Sweeps and mop sanitation barriers.
• Empties trash bins from all locations in the cooler, grocery and loading dock, offices and break areas.
• Empties cardboard and plastic recycling and compacts.
• Keeps all areas free of debris such as wood fragments, pallet wrap, labels, and paper.
• Removes empty pallets and clean and mop slots.
• Discards leaking pdoruct and records on reconciliation log.
• Reports any violation of company policy to supervisor or lead.
• Perform duties in accordance with HACCP and SQF policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety guidelines

Cleaning equipment operation

Warehouse processes understanding

Good judgment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Overview

Primary responsibility is cleaning of the distribution center (75% of duties). Perform routine cleaning including vacuuming; sweeping, and mopping floors; dusting, washing walls, doors, and windows, and emptying trash. Perform minor preventative maintenance and minor repairs. Assist service personnel as needed. Reports major repair and maintenance needs. Assist with snow removal.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures that location has all of the needed janitorial equipment
• Operates floor scrubber
• Sweeps and vacuums dock plates
• Sweeps and mop sanitation barriers
• Empties trash bins from all locations in the cooler, grocery and loading dock, offices and break areas
• Empties cardboard and plastic recycling and compacts
• Keeps all areas free of debris such as wood fragments, pallet wrap, labels, and paper
• Removes empty pallets and clean and mop slots
• Discards leaking pdoruct and records on reconciliation log
• Reports any violation of company policy to supervisor or lead
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safety Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education/ Certifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and/or equivalent related experience

Experience:

• Warehouse/Operations/Manufacturing experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:

• Understanding of Safety guidelines
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and mop
• Understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Work Environment

Onsite Role:

• This position requires the associate to perform all duties at one of our UNFI locations, such as a distribution center or office.

Travel (minor)

• This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.

Physical Environment/Demands

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation.
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist, and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work-related equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Woodstock Farms: Ability to work in an environment containing tree nuts, peanuts, soy, wheat, sesame, milk and different spices like pepper, chili, etc.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.

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. - 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 and local laws.

Benefits

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html 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; 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, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

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 Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and California Fair Chance Act.