Warehouse Receiver

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. in Gilroy, CA seeks a Warehouse Receiver for our night shift. You will move product from trucks, verify quantities, enter items into inventory, and place them in correct staging locations.

The role emphasizes safety, accurate labeling, and compliance with HACCP/SQF policies. Expect overtime as needed and a 10:00 PM–6:30 AM schedule Sunday to Thursday. UNFI offers benefits and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of safety guidelines and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Bakco functions and RF systems used in receiving.
• Experience with receiving procedures and related paperwork (POs, BOLs, packing lists).
• Ability to work overtime as needed and make sound judgments.

Responsibilities

• Discuss daily procedures with supervisors at shift start.
• Verify quantities received against packing slips/POs.
• Report damage due to refrigeration, travel, or handling.
• Build pallets for back stock reserves.
• Wrap pallets when necessary.
• Ensure labeling accuracy for correct put-away.
• Keep area clean and safe; maintain a safe workplace.
• Inspect jack for safety; operate equipment safely.
• Wear PPE as required.
• Report policy violations to supervisor.
• Perform HACCP/SQF compliant duties where appropriate.

Skills

Safety guidelines

Bakco functions

RF systems

Receiving procedures

Purchase orders

Bills of Lading

Packing lists

Overtime readiness

Good judgment

Warehouse operations

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Job Overview:

Responsible for having a strong understanding of the entire warehouse and receiving procedures. Also needs to understand the products, receiving procedures, and back stock put away procedures. A receiver is responsible for moving product off trucks, monitoring the quality of product, entering it into inventory, and properly putting product in its respected staging location.

Starting Hourly Rate: $22.25/HR. + $1.25 for Overnight Incentive

Schedule: 10PM- 6:30AM Sunday night to Thursday night until the work is done. Friday's and Saturday's Off.

Job Responsibilities:

• Checks with supervisors or leads at the beginning of the shift to discuss any issues or changes in the daily procedure.

• Verifies quantities of product received against the packing slip/purchase order.

• Checks and reports any damage found due to refrigeration, travel, or handling by inbound freight company.

• Builds steady and secure pallets to be put into back stock reserves.

• Wraps pallets whenever necessary.

• Ensures that all labeling of product and pallets are accurate for put-away in proper pick slot or back stock location.

• Keeps area clean and debris out of work area; ensures a safe working environment.

• Inspects assigned jack for safety issues. Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Wears personal protective equipment as required.

• Reports to supervisor or lead any violation of company policy.

• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.

Performance Measurements:

• Receiver functions are completed in accordance with Company standards and procedures including quality standards and safety regulations.

• Effective communication and coordination exist with Company personnel and with management.

• Assistance and support are provided as needed. Deadlines are met.

Qualifications:

• Understanding of Safety guidelines.

• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems.

• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required.

• Understand and properly follow all receiving procedures, including how to us Bakco and RF systems.

• Understand all paperwork related to receiving including how to read and use Purchase Order (PO) receivers, Bills of lading, and packing lists.

• Understand procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.

• Ability to work overtime as needed.

• Good Judgement 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. - M/F/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.