Grocery Distribution Specialist (Hiring Immediately) in Ridgefield

UNFI in Ridgefield, WA is NOW hiring Order Selectors. Our business continues to grow with many openings available and career advancement opportunities!

• Pay Starts at $24.25/hour + incentive pay!
• Overnight Shift Differential - $1.25/hour for shifts starting after 3pm during the week
• Weekend Differential - $2.00/hour for shifts starting on Friday 7pm-Sunday 7pm
• Freezer Premium - $2.00/hour
• Unit Based Productivity Incentive Pay

Job Overview: Become part of the UNFI team as a Warehouse Order Selector. In this fast-paced job associates will be responsible for safely, accurately and efficiently pulling wholesale grocery orders in our warehouse. Associates will also palletize the orders, shrink wrap the pallets and place them in the assigned locations. Shifts are based on business needs during bid selection and may vary. Full availability is required.

What schedules are we hiring for? Full-time associates must have open availability. Overtime is required and fluctuates seasonally. We are currently offering a 10am schedule which will be a 4 day work week with 3 days off. Orientation and training will be held in the mornings for the first 3 weeks. It is required that you attend all of orientation and training.

Here is some of what you will be doing:

• Selects various grocery, perishable, frozen or repack products from warehouse stock using electric pallet jacket
• Reports adjustments to inventory counts, spoilage or damage to stock, location changes, and out of stocks
• Transports product throughout warehouse via electric pallet jack
• Responsibilities include maintaining order selection performance standards of speed and accuracy with minimum damage and maximum safety
• Assists other department personnel in the performance of work activities when peak workloads require or during absences of division personnel

What we are looking for:

• Preferred: have experience in a large warehouse/distribution company or grocery experience within the last 3 years
• Preferred: have experience with an Electric Pallet Jack
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds continuously as well as pick with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Must be able to work in a range of temperatures from -10 to 90+ degrees Fahrenheit
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and a drug screen
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Associates working in the warehouse will potentially be exposed to major food allergens to include: milk, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame
• 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.

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.

Benefits: For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), 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.