FT Warehouse Associate I - Grocery 1st

RowanEDC Partnership; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ADUSA Distribution is seeking a Warehouse Associate to help move products from the distribution center to stores, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy. You will work with a team to pick, pack, palletize, and ship products across grocery brands, while following safety protocols and documenting shipments.

This role requires physical tasks, the ability to operate basic warehouse equipment, and a proactive, detail-focused mindset. Comprehensive benefits are provided from day one.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution setting is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs repeatedly.
• Able to work in dry, perishable, and frozen environments including -20°F.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and palletize orders for shipment.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks to support daily operations.
• Complete documentation for shipments and inventory.
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts (training provided).
• Perform routine equipment checks to ensure safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, productivity and cost savings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Basic computer skills

Data entry

Physical strength

Cold environment readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution receives, stores, manages inventory, and ships fresh and non‑perishable product throughout the network of local brand stores. ADUSA Distribution facilities handle a mix of product types, including fresh, frozen, grocery and health and beauty care items. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self‑distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit www.adusasc.com.

Position Summary

Are you someone who enjoys staying active, working with a team, and making a direct impact every day? As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a critical role in keeping products moving efficiently from our distribution center to stores‑helping ensure customers get what they need, when they need it.

What You'll Do

• Accurately pick, pack, and palletize grocery, produce, meat, dairy, and frozen food orders for shipment
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks that support daily warehouse operations
• Complete required documentation for shipments and inventory
• Safely operate equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (training provided where applicable)
• Perform routine equipment checks to ensure safety and reliability
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost savings

As a Warehouse Associate I, you could perform any of the following functions:

• Selector: Accurately picks items, builds pallets, and prepares orders to ship to retail.
• General Warehouse: Efficiently performs shipping and receiving operations in a fast‑paced distribution center by accurately selecting, handling, and moving a variety of products while maintaining safety, productivity, and quality standards.
• Forklift Driver: Operates forklift to safely move, load, and unload items within the warehouse/distribution center, while ensuring accurate placement and adherence to safety procedures.
• Loader: Accurately loads pallets, document, maintain compliance, and secures freight to deliver to customers.
• Receiver: Accepts incoming shipments, checks them for accuracy and damage, and records receipt to prepare for storage.
• Put away: Accurately places received products into designated storage locations to ensure efficient inventory organization, accessibility, and workflow within the distribution center.
• Pick‑To‑Light: Accurately packs orders by placing household items, OTC products, and other goods into blue shipping totes on a conveyor belt, ensuring they are prepared and sent along for shipment.

What You'll Bring

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• A team‑oriented mindset with a proactive, self‑starting attitude
• Basic computer skills for data entry and information lookup
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution setting is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs on a repetitive basis
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, including but not limited to: dry and perishable grocery goods (including produce and meats), frozen foods, etc. Freezer associates work in very cold environments (-20°F temperatures).

What Makes You Stand Out

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience operating powered industrial equipment (certification preferred)
• Ability to meet productivity goals and standards
• Comfortable working in a physically active role (lifting, standing, bending, and reaching throughout shifts)
• Flexibility to work assigned schedules in a dynamic environment
• Ability to read and understand product codes and labels

Why You'll Love Working Here

ADUSA D&T offers competitive benefits to enchance your work‑life experience. Our benefits are available to new associates starting on day 1 of employment.

Core Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Health savings account (HSA) & flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Financial & Retirement

• Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts

Time Off & Leave

• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Development & Growth

• Paid training
• Leadership development programs
• Tuition reimbursement

Workplace Experience

• Rewards and recognition programs
• Wellness programs

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email [e-mail]