Warehouse Loader

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Incentive pay

Full benefits

PTO from day one

6 paid holidays

401K with company match

Discounts on wholesale purchases

Co-Op store access

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is seeking a Warehouse Loader in Gilroy, CA. The role involves loading trucks with products safely and efficiently, ensuring correct product and quantity, and operating power equipment as needed.

Starting pay is $22.25/hour with weekend incentives, and the schedule requires five days including weekends with mandatory overtime. The position emphasizes safety, timely delivery, and adherence to HACCP/SQF policies.

Qualifications

• Understanding of safety guidelines.
• Warehouse/Operations experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect assigned jack for safety issues.
• Load trucks in sequence based on delivery schedule using load bars for secure delivery.
• Distribute finished load sheets to dispatch and driver.
• Remove debris and empty pallets from dock after loading.
• Report discrepancies in pallet counts or damaged pallets to supervisor.
• Follow HACCP and SQF policies as appropriate for location.
• Exercise good judgment with variable supervision.

Skills

Safety guidelines

Warehouse operations

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Why work at UNFI?

• Weekly paychecks

• Incentive pay - earn more for exceeding productivity goals
• Full Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid Time off for vacation and sick that starts accruing your first day of work
• 6 paid holidays
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, 25% discounts on wholesale purchases and access to shop at our associate Co-Op store

Job Overview: Responsible for loading trucks with products safely and efficiently. Ensures correct product and quantity are loaded on the accurate trailer. Operates power equipment safely.

Starting Hourly Rate: $22.25 + weekend incentives

Schedule: Start time 11:30AM – until the work is done. Candidate must be able to work our 5 days including weekends + mandatory overtime schedule, we’re fully operational Sunday-Saturday. Schedule depends on business needs. Candidates who are applying to any of our full‑time roles must be flexible to work any day during the week to be considered.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues.

• Loads trucks in sequence based on delivery schedule and routing using at least 5 load bars per route to ensure a secure delivery.

• Distributes finished load sheets to the inside of the trailer, to the dispatcher, and to the driver.

• Removes debris and empty pallets from the dock upon completion of loading.

• Reports any discrepancies in pallet counts, missing repack or unsound pallets to the lead, supervisor, or manager.

• Performs duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.

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

Job Requirements:

• Understanding of safety guidelines.

• Warehouse/Operations experience preferred.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

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.