Warehouse Order Picker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in the United States is seeking a warehouse associate for night-shift operations. You will select cases and containers, load pallets with an electric pallet jack/forklift, and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and safety throughout the process.

The role requires lifting up to 60–100 lbs, working in multi-temperature environments, and meeting overtime expectations. Training pays $18/hour, with full benefits after Day 1 and growth opportunities within the

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift repeatedly during shifts.
• Able to work required overtime and night shifts.
• Able to pass post-offer drug test and background check.
• EPJ certification obtained within new-hire training.

Responsibilities

• Select cases and containers to fill customer orders from warehouse racks.
• Move completed orders to shipping dock using pallet jack/forklift.
• Wrap, label, and readied pallets for shipment observing safety standards.
• Maintain product flow and assist team to meet performance targets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifting 10-35 lbs

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Stand/walk for long shifts

Multi-temperature environments

Overtime availability

Drug test clearance

EPJ certification (within training)

Job description

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

Job Description

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