Receiver

UNFI; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overnight differential: $1.25/hr

Weekly paychecks

Paid Leave

Health benefits

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Advancement & growth opportunities

Job summary

UNFI in Pompano Beach, FL is seeking a Receiving team member to verify quantities, build pallets, and ensure proper put-away in our distribution center, while maintaining a clean and safe work area. You will use RF systems, scan packing lists and purchase orders, inspect packaging for damage, and ensure accurate labeling and back-stock placement to support efficient truck loading.

Experience in warehouse operations is helpful but not required; overtime is common.

Qualifications

• Understand and follow receiving procedures and RF systems.
• Read and use PO receivers, Bills of Lading, and packing lists.
• Knowledge of warehouse processes for a global understanding of all processes.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Verifies quantities of product received against the packing slip/purchase order.
• Checks and reports any damage found due to refrigeration, travel or handling by inbound freight company.
• Builds steady and secure pallets to be put into back stock reserves. Wraps pallets whenever necessary.

Skills

RF systems

PO/BOL reading

Safety knowledge

Overtime ability

Job description

• Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation.

About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits: Competitive 401k, Paid Time Off plan, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities, other benefits applicable to specific role.

What does it mean to be a part of the Receiving team?

In these essential roles, you will work directly with the inventory department, Supervisors and leads to verify quantities of product received at the distribution centers. These roles have strong understanding of products that we carry, all receiving/loading procedures and back stock. This team ensures that products are in the proper staging locations so we can efficiently receive and load trucks with product accurately while maintaining a clean and safe work area. In this position, you will be using electronic equipment to scan and record required information to ensure inventory accuracy.

Why Work for UNFI?

• Full-time
• Overnight Differential of $1.25/hr
• Weekly paychecks, earlier pay, easier saving. One@Work is the money app that makes it happen. A fully sponsored benefit for all UNFI associates.
• Paid Leave, Time earned
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness program that puts money back in your pocket for living a healthy lifestyle!
• Advancement & Growth opportunities a culture that promotes from within

Essential Functions:

• Verifies quantities of product received against the packing slip/purchase order.
• Checks and reports any damage found due to refrigeration, travel or handling by inbound freight company.
• Builds steady and secure pallets to be put into back stock reserves. Wraps pallets whenever necessary.
• Ensures that all labeling of product and pallets are accurate for put-away in proper pick slot or back stock location.
• Keeps area clean and debris out of work area; ensures a safe working environment.
• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues. Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location

Knowledge Required

• Understanding of Safety guidelines

Experience Required

• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Skills And Abilities

• Understand and properly follow all receiving procedures, RF systems.
• Understand all paperwork related to receiving including how to read and use Purchase Order (PO) receivers, Bills of lading, and packing lists.
• Understand procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements & Demands

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Exposure to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees
• Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation.
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist, and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work-related equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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. - 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.