Warehouse Worker

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 29,329 - 32,084; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is seeking an Order Selector for our Iowa City distribution center. You will efficiently pull customer orders, verify items and locations, label cases, and stack pallets for shipment using pallet jacks and reach lifts.

This full-time role features a 4-day work week (Sundays are mandatory), 11:00 AM start, and overtime. Pay starts at $21.29 per hour with an extra $2.00 per hour on Sundays; weekly pay and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience preferred.
• Able to lift objects up to 60 lbs.
• Must be 18 years or older and available on Sundays.
• Safety shoes required on day 1.
• Work in temperatures from -10°F to 75°F.

Responsibilities

• Identify the pick locations and safely pick the items.
• Inspect assigned equipment for safety issues.
• Identify the correct pick location, Master Case locations, and pick sequence in accordance to the order.
• Pick the correct item and quantity, checking UPCs or item descriptions.
• Place pick labels on the side of the cases.
• Shrink wrap and label with correct truck, stop and other required information.
• Stage pallets in appropriate bay and build a stable pallet.
• Inform supervisor of safety threats or policy violations; keep area clean.
• Operate pallet jack/pushcart safely and efficiently.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Sunday work

Safety awareness

Tools

Pallet Jack

Reach Lift

Job description

About UNFI

We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Job Overview

• $21.29 per hour starting pay
• Additional $2.00 per hour on Sundays
• Paid weekly
• Full-time schedule PLUS overtime
• 4 day work week, Sundays are mandatory
• 11:00AM start time
• Closed on Saturdays
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

What does it mean to be part of the Order Selection team?

In this fast‑paced role, you are considered an industrial athlete. You are the boots on the ground and responsible for accurately and efficiently pulling customer orders within the warehouse. This role requires strategic thinking and attention to detail while palletizing orders and ensure they are placed in the correct assigned locations. You will operate motorized equipment to include Electric Pallet Jacks and Reach Lifts while ensuring that you safely and accurately move product within the warehouse. Here at UNFI we do our best work by embracing the power of team, never giving up and knowing that we make a difference.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify the pick locations and safely pick the items.
• Inspects assigned equipment for safety issues.
• Identifies the correct pick location, Master Case locations, and pick sequence in accordance to the order.
• Picks the correct item and quantity, checking UPC’s or item descriptions.
• Places pick labels on the side of the cases.
• Shrink wraps and labels with correct truck, stop and other required information.
• Stages pallets in appropriate bay and builds a stable and well cubed pallet.
• Immediately informs a supervisor or manager of any potential safety threats, any violation of company policy, keeps area clean and debris out of work area.
• Operates pallet jack/pushcart in a safe and efficient manner.

Job Requirements

• Warehouse experience preferred
• Lifting objects weighing from less than 20lbs to 60lbs consistently
• Occasionally pushing, sitting, touching, reaching, climbing, pulling, and gripping
• Must have safety shoes or steel/composite toes on day 1
• Must have the ability to work in various temperatures ranging from -10 degrees Fahrenheit to 75 degrees Fahrenheit
• Available for work on Sundays
• Must be 18 years or older
• 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. - 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 Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.