Entry-Level Warehouse Associate Day Shift

Performance Foods; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group in Ypsilanti, MI is seeking an Entry-Level Warehouse Associate for the day shift. No experience required; we train on the job to support shipping and receiving, inventory, safety, and efficient product flow.

You'll work Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm with overtime as needed. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and accurate order fulfillment in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits from Day 1.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Must be able to work scheduled times and overtime as needed.
• Able to stand, walk, reach and lift throughout shift.
• Able to lift 10–35 lb and up to 60–90 lb depending on location.
• Able to work in cooler, freezer and dry environments.
• Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Performs general warehouse duties including forklift put-away, let-downs, will-call selection, returns, sanitation, pallet wrapping and loading/receiving.
• Keeps warehouse, loading dock and trailers clean and safe; reports unsafe conditions.
• Conducts daily safety checks on forklift/pallet jack.
• Performs damage checks on received items and notifies supervisor per policy.
• Replaces batteries and completes vehicle inspection checklist per guidelines.
• Reviews production paperwork and prepares for operations.

Skills

Stand/walk/reach/lift

Forklift & pallet jack experience

Teamwork and safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Entry-Level Warehouse Associate | No Experience Required | We Train

Location: 2085 E. Michigan Ave. Ypsilanti, MI 48198

Day Shift: Monday - Friday | 7am - 4pm OT as needed

Pay: $16.00/hr

Position Purpose

The Warehouse Worker performs shipping and/or receiving functions in a timely manner while maintaining inventory and warehouse work areas, observing all safety regulations, and ensuring all quality standards are met while maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Performs general warehouse duties as assigned including but not limited to forklift put-away, let-downs, will-call selection, returns, sanitation, break down pallets, wrapping pallets, order selection, loading, and receiving.


• Performs general housekeeping duties and keep warehouse area, loading dock and trailers clear and clean as required. Ensures work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.


• Performs daily safety check of the assigned forklift/pallet jack in accordance with company policy.


• Performs damage control checks on items received and contact supervisor about removing items according to company policy.


• Removes batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist. Follows all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.


• Reviews work schedule and daily production paperwork and prepare for operations.


• Puts on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.


• Meets required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.


• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more


• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system


• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Benefits

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Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position

Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift

Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, as well as replenish product, from various heights weighing between 10-35 pounds and generally up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location, throughout shift

Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer and dry

Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

Preferred qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

1+ years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience

6+ months of experience operating a forklift and/or pallet jack

Foodservice distribution or related industry experience

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.