Warehouse Loader

UNFI; Quincy (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Savings plan

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Gym

Progression opportunities

Job summary

UNFI is seeking Warehouse Loader teammates for its distribution network in the United States. You will verify product, load pallets, and prepare shipments while collaborating with inventory and operations teams.

Expect a fast-paced environment with a focus on accuracy, safety, and timely truck loading. Roles involve operating electric pallet jacks, hand-stacking, labeling, wrapping pallets, and securing loads for delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read product labels and store numbers.
• Demonstrates accuracy in counting and verifying items.
• Able to work in a fast-paced distribution center environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 90 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Counts, sorts and verifies product descriptions and store numbers of items being loaded.
• Examines pallets to ensure they are shrink wrapped correctly.
• Stores product in bins, on floor or on shelves, according to identifying information.
• Reports adjustments to inventory counts, spoilage or damage to stock, location changes, and out of stocks.
• Transports product throughout warehouse via electric pallet jack and/or forklift.
• Maintains loading performance standards of speed and accuracy with minimum damage and maximum safety.
• Assists other department personnel during peak workloads or absences.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reading labels

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

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.

Job Overview

Verify correct product and loaded pallets in stop sequence, combining pallets by decking and hand stacking.

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

In these essential roles, you will work directly with the inventory department, Supervisors and leads to verify quantities of product received and loaded onto trucks at the distribution centers. These roles have a 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 products accurately while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

The Loader position is responsible for loading products into truck trailers by operating electric pallet jacks. Other responsibilities will include hand stacking products, labeling pallets, wrapping pallets and securing the load within the trailer.

Company Benefits

• Excellent benefits that include: Medical (HSA & FSA), Dental, Vision
• Life, Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance offerings
• 401K Savings plan with matching contribution
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays (Flexible Sick Time)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development programs
• Safety Gear and Footwear Reimbursement or voucher
• Access – Onsite Gym Access
• Company picnics and celebration meals
• Career Advancement
• Weekly Paychecks or Bi-weekly
• Performance based pay
• Weekly paychecks with option to withdraw early (One@Work)

Pay & Schedule

• Starting wage $20.25/hour with a pay increase upon 2 consecutive weeks of hitting productivity
• $2.00/hr for Weekends
• $2.00/hr for Freezer environment (if applicable)
• UNFI offers a Sunday - Friday Schedule, Saturdays off
• UNFI offers six-day, 10-hour set schedule
• 6:00 PM - End of Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Counts, sorts and verifies product descriptions and store numbers of items being loaded.
• Examines pallets to ensure they are shrink wrapped correctly.
• Stores product in bins, on floor or on shelves, according to identifying information.
• Reports adjustments to inventory counts, spoilage or damage to stock, location changes, and out of stocks.
• Transports product throughout warehouse via electric pallet jack and/or forklift.
• Maintains loading performance standards of speed and accuracy with minimum damage and maximum safety, while being mindful of weight distribution on the trailer.
• Assists other department personnel in the performance of work activities when peak workloads require or during absences of division personnel.

Job Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age due to equipment operation.
• Prior experience as a shipping, receiving, or stock clerk is highly desirable.
• Must be able to lift cases of various weight and sizes up to 90 pounds.
• Must be able to read labels and make decisions on properly stacking and loading product into trucks.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

Work Environment

• Exposed 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 repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements required.
• 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 ability to adjust focus.
• Onsite Role: This position requires the associate to perform all duties at one of our UNFI locations, such as a distribution center or office.

About UNFI

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, Competitive PTO plan, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities, other benefits applicable to specific role.

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