Warehouse Loader - 1st shift

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay

Benefits from day 1

PTO and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Career progression opportunities

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC in Windsor Locks, CT is hiring a Warehouse Loader to join our team. You will load orders onto trailers using forklifts or pallet jacks, inspect trailers, verify loads with RF devices or voice headsets, and ensure pallets are secured for transit.

This fast-paced role suits energetic, safety-conscious individuals who stay organized and like hands-on work. We offer paid training, weekly pay, benefits from day one, PTO and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and career

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience operating material handling equipment.
• Strong sense of safety and ability to follow standard safety procedures.
• Team-oriented outlook with a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and/or electric pallet jacks.
• Complete inspection of trailers before loading any product.
• Verify loading of orders by RF handhelds and/or voice headsets.
• Load full pallets of merchandise into trailers and secure them to avoid damages.
• Perform equipment inspections and complete the appropriate forms.
• Occasionally lift varying case weights and heights.

Skills

Material handling equipment

Safety procedures

Team player

Community focus

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

RF handhelds

Voice headsets

Forklifts

Job description

Position Overview

Keep our communities fed.

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities.

As a Warehouse Loader, you’ll be part of a productive team, tasked with loading orders onto trailers for delivery to local stores. This is a fast-paced role, perfect for energetic individuals who are highly organized and like to stay active. With each loaded trailer, you are committed to our braggingly happy customers.

Job Description

• Earn $22.00 per hour
• 4 day work week, one weekend day mandatory
• Tuesday ,Wednesday, Friday , Saturday 8 AM (except Sat is an 11 AM start)
• 500 North St Windsor Locks, CT 06096

You will contribute by:

• Utilizing forklifts and/or electric pallet jacks
• Completing inspection of trailers before loading any product
• Verifying loading of orders by RF handhelds and/or voice headsets
• Loading full pallets of merchandise into trailers & ensuring pallets are secured properly to avoid damages
• Performing equipment inspections & completion of appropriate form
• Occasional safe lifting of varying case weight, shape, and height levels

What’s a great way to stay in shape?

• Continually Standing, bending, pulling, lifting, pivoting up to 90% of shift
• Walking on various surfaces including concrete, tile, carpet, etc.
• Frequently lifting of product weighing between 1 - 60 lbs. or more
• Frequent lifting of product ranging from floor to overhead
• Possibility of working on multiple levels of varying height
• Safe handling of sharp objects including box cutting tools

We offer:

• Paid training provided
• Weekly Pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Your work environment may include:

• Grocery (dry goods) – about 50°- 90°

We’re searching for candidates with:

• One or more years of experience operating material handling equipment
• Strong sense of safety and ability to follow standard safety procedures
• Team-oriented outlook with a passion for helping others
• Desire to work with a team to support causes that positively impact our communities
• Ability and willingness to follow all material handling equipment safe operating procedures

The Fine Print

This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.

Qualifications

Attendance, General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies, Initiative, Productivity, Quality, Safety, Values

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisee under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.