General Warehouse Associate- Nights

UNFI; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid holidays and parental leave

401K program

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADD

Short-term and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Account and/or HSA

Job summary

UNFI is looking for a Warehouse Associate to handle general duties including pallet consolidation, cubing routes, and safe handling of products. The role requires coordination with loaders and foremen to optimize unloading schedules and maintain efficient warehouse operations.

Experience in warehouse settings is preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and safety awareness are essential to ensure accurate inventory, proper pallet stacking, and adherence to procedures across shifts.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented, good organizational skills.
• Warehouse/Operations experience preferred but not required.
• System Implementation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and cube routes to fit trailer types.
• Unloads and stores products safely; maintains pallet organization.
• Coordinate with loaders and foreman on truck unloading and prioritization.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication

Powered equipment operation

Judgment

Global understanding of processes

Tools

Bakco functions and RF systems

Job description

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today

Position Purpose

• Responsible for general warehouse duties including consolidation, cubing of routes, stack & wrap, salvage, reconditioning, etc.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

• Reduction of pallet to fit inside a specific trailer type
• Keeping pallets stop pure when applicable
• Keeping Pallets under 2500 lbs and /or under 60 cubes when applicable and warehouse counts as low as possible
• 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.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

• Detail oriented, good organizational skills
• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required
• System Implementation preferred

Knowledge

• Understanding of Safety guidelines
• Knowledge of applicable Warehouse Management System (WHS).
• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems.
• Good Judgement is required as there may be times when immediate supervision might not be available

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to operating powered equipment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to have good judgment. Must use good judgment in determining whether product should be salvaged or trashed.
• Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.

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.