Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.24 - $28.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Premium-free medical
Company-paid pension contributions
Holiday pay
Vacation pay
sick pay
weekly pay
Daily Pay Option
Job Description
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation’s largest cooperative food wholesaler serving independently owned supermarkets. Founded over 95 years ago, AWG supports 1,100 member companies across more than 3,300 store locations in 33 states, operating through 9 wholesale divisions. With consolidated sales reaching $12.4 billion in 2023, AWG plays a crucial role in the grocery industry by providing a comprehensive assortment of grocery and general merchandise items to its member retailers. In addition to wholesale distribution, AWG operates subsidiary companies offering specialized services in real estate and supermarket development, health and beauty care, pharmaceutical products, specialty foods, and natural... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 or older
- Must be able to pass a 90 lbs overhead lift test
- Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift up to 90 lbs
- Must be able to walk or stand for long periods
- Must be able to work in freezer and cooler environments
- Must be available to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must pass pre-employment drug and physical tests
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous warehouse or order selector experience is an asset
- Ability to operate pallet jacks and forklifts safely
- Basic computer skills for using order assembly systems
- Ability to follow safety protocols and use voice-activated technology
- Strong communication skills in English
- Physical capability to lift heavy objects and work in varying temperature environments
Job Duties
- Use the Lucas system to assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets
- Operate industrial double pallet jack or power forklift to assist in loading or moving materials and products
- Lift heavy objects by hand or with power jack
- Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, pallets, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code
- Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated rooms
- Use computer to enter records
- Work in a freezer, cooler, and dry warehouse environment
- Read, speak, and write English to operate Lucas system and follow safety rules
- Manual case selection using Lucas headset system and double electric pallet jack
- Take orders to loading dock for shipment
- Work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays with Sundays mandatory
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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