Warehouse Order Selector - HIRING EVENT

Performance Foodservice; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Richmond, VA is seeking a warehouse associate to pick cases and fill customer orders, using pallet jacks and forklifts to prepare shipments. You will work with a team to maintain safety, accuracy, and timely delivery in a multi-temperature environment.

The role emphasizes productivity, adherence to safety procedures, and a positive, collaborative work culture. Training and growth opportunities are provided in a fast-paced food-distribution setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work scheduled/assigned shifts, including required overtime.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Select cases and other containers to fill customer orders from multi-level warehouse racks.
• Operate pallet jack/forklift to move pallets and prepare shipments.
• Ensure safety, quality standards, and efficient product flow.
• Work as a team member and perform duties to best serve the company.
• Place pallets on pallet jack and locate products per order sheets.
• Transport completed palletized orders to shipping dock staging area.

Skills

Overtime availability

Stamina & mobility

Safety awareness

Read order sheets

Multi-temperature environment

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

• Pay: $22/hr (ability to earn up to $37/hr within the 1st year based on performance)
• Schedule/Hours - Sun- Thurs; 2:30pm to finish

Hiring Event Details

• Wednesday, September 2, 2026
• 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Position Details

• Pay: $22/hr (ability to earn up to $37/hr within the 1st year based on performance)
• Schedule/Hours - Sun- Thurs; 2:30pm to finish

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

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

$22.00 an hour