Position overview:

Our UNFI Sturtevant Distribution Center is looking for experienced cherry picker/order pickers to keep America stocked with natural and organic foods for the grocery stores and supermarkets! Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Market and everything in between. We are seeking individuals with warehouse experience ready to show their passion for equipment operating and helping nourish families across America.

Compensation:

$20.75/hr

+$2.00 for Weekends

+$2.00 for Freezer

+$1.25 for 2nd shift

Why work at UNFI?

• Weekly paychecks
• Incentive pay – earn more money for exceeding productivity goals
• PTO after 90 days of employment
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, 25% discounts on wholesale purchases and access to shop at our associate Co-Op store

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for moving product in small item repack area at elevated heights. An Order Picker operator at United Natural Foods is required to have a strong understanding of the lift, the loads he/she is carrying, productivity measures and safety procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Inspects assigned lift and completes vehicle inspection sheet
• Replenishes pick slots using the view request screen. If no requests exist, uses the manual replenish screen to fill empty or almost empty slots
• Performs knockdowns for selectors when needed
• Maintains correct counts and logs any discrepancies in inventory
• Verifies that the correct product is being put in the appropriate pick location
• Cuts and removes shrink wrap from all knockdowns
• Removes all empty pallets from pick locations and aisles
• Operates the lift in a safe and efficient manner
• Parks and recharges lift in its appropriate spot at the end of the shift
• Immediately informs a lead, supervisor, or manager of any potential safety violations or 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:

Operating an OP Lift/Cherry Picker in accordance with Company standards and procedures including quality standards and safety regulations

PHYSICAL Environment/Demands:

• Balancing: May involve walking, standing and/or crouching on narrow, slippery or moving surfaces
• Stooping: Bending downward and forward at the waist. Requires full use of lower extremities and back muscles
• Standing: For extended time periods
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties
• Ability to operate work related equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor