Warehouse Order Picker

Performance Foodservice; Cairo (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits day 1

401K matching

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is hiring for night shift order fulfillment in Cairo, GA. You will select cases and other containers from multi-level warehouse racks, using pallet jacks and forklifts to prepare orders for shipment.

This role requires stamina, safety awareness, and the ability to work Sundays through Thursdays with some Fridays as needed. Starting pay is $18 per hour during training, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within America's food distribution network.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull product weighing 10-35 lbs regularly and up to 60-100 lbs.
• Able to stand, walk and lift for full shifts including overtime.
• Must pass post-offer drug test and background check.
• Willingness to become EPJ certified during training.

Responsibilities

• Select cases and containers to fill customer orders from warehouse racks.
• Operate pallet jack and forklift to move pallets to shipping dock.
• Load, wrap, label, and stage completed orders safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to safety policies and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Complete paperwork and return equipment at shift end.

Skills

Pallet jack operation

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

EPJ certification

Job description

• Schedule/Hours: Night shift | Sunday -Thursday (occasional Fridays) | 5:00 PM until completion (typically 10-12 hours per shift)

Position Details

• Pay: $18 per hour while in training
• Schedule/Hours: Night shift | Sunday -Thursday (occasional Fridays) | 5:00 PM until completion (typically 10-12 hours per shift)

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary

Select cases and other containers of food and non-foods products to fill customer orders from multi-level rack warehouse storage systems. Items are placed on pallets and completed orders are moved to the loading dock staging area with an electric pallet jack/forklift, wrapped, labeled and readied for shipment in a timely manner observing all safety regulations and ensuring all quality standards are met while maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duties assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities

• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Review work schedule, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Perform a safety check on pallet jack/forklift to be used and insure that all other safety devices are functioning properly. Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets.
• Manually place the appropriate stock items on pallet from pick slots and racks as required. Use single and/or double pallets as directed.
• Transport completed palletized customer order to shipping dock staging area. May be required to shrink-wrap pallet for staging.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, or attach re-charger and complete vehicle inspection checklist. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work scheduled/assigned shifts, including required overtime
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull product weighing 10-35 lbs. regularly and up to approximately 60-100 lbs. (location dependent)
• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments (dry, cooler, freezer)
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check
• Ability to become EPJ certified within the new-hire training period
• Ability to complete required training independently.

Compensation

Starting pay $18 per hour