General Warehouse Associate

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Town of Montgomery (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Program

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. is seeking a warehouse associate responsible for general duties such as pallet handling, consolidation, stacking, and reconditioning. The role involves coordinating with loaders, unloading returns, and ensuring proper storage in a structured environment.

Candidates should understand safety guidelines and be comfortable using warehouse management systems and RF equipment. This position emphasizes adherence to HACCP and SQF standards and teamwork to meet daily

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse or operations is preferred but not required.
• Must follow safety guidelines and HACCP/SQF policies.

Responsibilities

• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues.
• Communicates with loaders and loader foreman about which truck to unload next.
• Unloads all returns and properly disperses and stores product in an organized manner.
• Informs foreman or supervisor of any large quantity returns.
• Logs and discards any leaking returns.
• Unloads totes and freezer boxes and stores them properly.
• Unloads hand jacks and load bars and stores them properly.
• Unloads and separates empty pallets and stores in pallet staging area.
• Checks with supervisors or manager at shift start about issues or changes.
• Communicates daily staffing needs to ensure timely selection and on-time area completion.
• Identifies areas needing staffing and fills in as needed.
• Assists in training and monitoring staff for accurate order selection, pallet building and replenishment.
• Assists in monitoring daily productivity reports.
• Performs duties per HACCP and SQF policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Operate powered equipment

Tools

WMS/Grid systems

RF systems

Job description

Job Overview:

Responsible for general warehouse duties including pallet handling, consolidation, stack & wrap, salvage, reconditioning, etc.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues.
• Communicates with loaders and loader foreman about which truck to unload next.
• Unloads all returns and properly disperses and stores product in an organized manner.
• Informs foreman or supervisor of any large quantity returns.
• Logs and throws away any leaking returns.
• Unloads all totes and freezer boxes and stores in the proper location.
• Unloads all hand jacks and load bars and stores in the proper location.
• Unloads and separates all empty pallets and stores in the pallet staging area.
• Checks with supervisors or manager at the beginning of the shift to discuss any issues or changes in the daily procedure. Checks E-mail daily for schedule changes, additions, promos, etc.
• Communicates daily staffing needs for the area to ensure timely selection, minimum out of stocks and on time area completion.
• Identifies areas in need of staffing and fills‑in as needed.
• Assists in the training of and monitoring of all staff to ensure accurate and efficient order selection, pallet building and replenishment.
• Assists in the monitoring of daily productivity reports.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe QualityFood (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.

Qualifications:

• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required.
• Understanding of Safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable Warehouse Management System (WHS).
• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems.
• Ability to operate powered equipment.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

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