Our UNFI Sturtevant Distribution Center is looking for experienced reach truck operators 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
Work Schedule Available:
5 day work week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 1pm - 9:30pm
Hourly Rate:
$21.75/hr + production incentives
Premium/Shift Differentials
Weekend Shift Differential - A scheduled start time Friday 7PM through Sunday 7PM
Overnight Shift Differential - A scheduled start time 3PM through 3AM
+$1.25/hr for Evenings
+$2.00/hr for Weekends
+$2.00/hr for Freezer Environment
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, and access to shop at our associate Co-Op store
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Reports to the shipping office at the beginning of each shift for the daily assignment, vehicle inspection sheet and replenishment discrepancies 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. Separates the good, bad, and blue pallets and neatly stages in pallet staging area
Keeps area clean and debris out of work area
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 a forklift 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
Attendance policy is adhered to
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Understanding of safety guidelines
Strong knowledge of applicable backup functions and RF systems
Previous forklift experience
Physical Environment/Demands:
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.
