Warehouse Order Selector

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Incentive pay

Full benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Wholesale discounts

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) in Gilroy, CA is hiring for a warehouse associate to operate equipment and pick customer orders safely and efficiently. You will use pallet jacks, manage pick locations, and follow safety procedures to ensure accuracy and productivity.

Includes weekly pay, incentive pay for productivity, comprehensive benefits, PTO accruing from day one, six paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and associated store discounts for associates.

Qualifications

• Understanding of safety guidelines is needed.
• Warehouse/Operations experience preferred but training available.
• Ability to follow selecting procedures and verbal instructions.
• Good judgment in areas with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspect assigned jack for safety issues and report hazards.
• Enter information into productivity measures accurately.
• Identify correct pick location and sequence per order.
• Label and shrink-wrap pallets with required information.
• Stage pallets in appropriate bay and manage stock efficiently.
• Communicate out-of-stocks promptly to trainer or supervisor.
• Operate pallet jack safely and build stable pallets.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Willing to train

Pallet jack operation

Tools

Pallet jack/pushcart

Job description

Why work at UNFI?

• Weekly paychecks

• Incentive pay - earn more for exceeding productivity goals
• Full Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid Time off for vacation and sick that starts accruing your first day of work
• 6 paid holidays
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, 25% discounts on wholesale purchases and access to shop at our associate Co-Op store

Pay Rate: $22.25/hr. + $2 in addition to the starting rate for working weekends!

Job Overview:

Operate equipment to select customer orders in a safe and accurate manner. Responsible for having a strong understanding of the equipment. Associates use pick locations, pallet building, productivity measures and safety procedures.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues.
• Enters the proper information into the productivity measure.
• Identifies the correct pick location and pick sequence in accordance with the order.
• Identifies and immediately reports miss-located products.
• Shrink wraps and labels with correct truck, stop, and other required information.
• Stages pallets in appropriate bay.
• Listens for first and last call and obtains all out of stocks in a timely manner.
• Immediately informs a trainer, supervisor, or manager of any potential safety threats.
• Operates pallet jack/pushcart in a safe and efficient manner.
• Builds a stable and well cubed pallet.
• Parks and recharges electrical pallet jack in its appropriate spot at the end of your shift.

Job Requirements:

• Understanding of Safety guidelines.
• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required. Willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to select at established minimum rate for department.
• Understand and properly follow all selecting procedures and verbal instructions in your respective area: grocery, repack, cooler, and freezer.
• Possess an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

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