Warehouse Order Picker- Hiring Event

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health Benefits

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Performance Food Group is hiring for a warehouse associate at Cairo, GA. You will select cases and containers to fill customer orders from multi-level racks, move pallets with an electric pallet jack or forklift, and ensure orders are wrapped and labeled for shipment.

Shifts are night, Sunday through Thursday (occasional Fridays), about 10–12 hours. Pay starts at $18 per hour during training, with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, reach and lift repeatedly during shift.
• Ability to lift 10-35 lbs regularly and up to 60-100 lbs location dependent.
• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments (dry, cooler, freezer).
• Ability to pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Select cases and other containers to fill customer orders from multi-level rack warehouse storage systems.
• Move pallets to the loading dock staging area with an electric pallet jack/forklift; wrap, label and readied for shipment.
• Follow safety policies; maintain safe work area and report hazards.
• Complete required paperwork and secure equipment at end of shift.

Skills

Stamina

Teamwork

Lifting 60-100 lbs

Pallet jack operation

EPJ certification not required

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Job Description: Hiring Event Details Address: 211 Alton Hall Rd., Cairo, GA 39828

Date: Wednesday September 2nd, 2026

Time: 10AM- 2PM EST

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.

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.

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.