Experienced Order Selector

Performance Foodservice; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Oswego Township, IL, is seeking a warehouse order picker to select cases from multi-level racks and prepare shipments with strict safety and quality standards. You will operate a pallet jack or forklift, wrap pallets as needed, and move orders to the shipping dock, following all procedures.

The role runs Sun–Thu, starting at 5pm, with overtime as required. Pay ranges from $21 to $24 per hour, with benefits described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand, walk, lift repeatedly during shifts.
• Able to lift up to 60–100 lbs depending on location.
• Able to pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• EPJ certification within the new-hire training period.
• Able to work overtime and follow training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and keep work area safe.
• Review schedule, gather supplies, and perform safety checks on equipment.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards per location and guidelines.
• Move pallets with pallet jack, locate products per order sheets.
• Load and ship completed palletized orders, possibly shrink-wrapping.
• Handover equipment at shift end and complete paperwork.
• Perform other duties to support the team.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reliability

Independence

Job description

Job Description

Position Details

• Pay: $21-24 per hour depending on experience
• Schedule/Hours: Sun-Thu 5pm-Finish

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

Position Summary

Select cases and other containers of food and non-foods products to fill customer orders from multi-level rack warehouse storage systems. Items are placed on pallets and completed orders are moved to the loading dock staging area with an electric pallet jack/forklift, wrapped, labeled, and readied for shipment in a timely manner 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 duties assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities

• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Review work schedule, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Perform a safety check on pallet jack/forklift to be used and insure that all other safety devices are functioning properly. Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets.
• Manually place the appropriate stock items on pallet from pick slots and racks as required. Use single and/or double pallets as directed.
• Transport completed palletized customer order to shipping dock staging area. May be required to shrink-wrap pallet for staging.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, or attach re-charger and complete vehicle inspection checklist. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work scheduled/assigned shifts, including required overtime
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull product weighing 10–35 lbs. regularly and up to approximately 60–100 lbs. (location dependent)
• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments (dry, cooler, freezer)
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check
• Ability to become EPJ certified within the new-hire training period
• Ability to complete required training independently

Compensation

$21-24 per hour depending on experience