Experienced Order Selector

Performance Food Group • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves selecting cases and other containers of food and non-food products to fulfill customer orders from multi-level rack warehouse storage systems. Items are placed on pallets, and completed orders are moved to the loading dock staging area using an electric pallet jack/forklift, then wrapped, labeled, and readied for shipment. All tasks must be performed in a timely manner, observing all safety regulations and ensuring quality standards are met, while maintaining an efficient flow of product through the production process. The role functions as a team member within the department and organization, performing any assigned duties to best serve the company. Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, serves a variety of local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The team, comprising sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts, builds close relationships with customers, offering advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team aims to deliver quality food and support independent restaurant owners in achieving their goals.

Requirements

• Ability to work scheduled/assigned shifts, including required overtime
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull product weighing 10–35 lbs. regularly and up to approximately 60–100 lbs. (location dependent)
• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments (dry, cooler, freezer)
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check
• Ability to become EPJ certified within the new-hire training period
• Ability to complete required training independently.

Nice To Haves

• 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution experience using a motorized pallet jack

Responsibilities

• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
• Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Review work schedule, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
• Perform a safety check on pallet jack/forklift to be used and insure that all other safety devices are functioning properly.
• Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets.
• Manually place the appropriate stock items on pallet from pick slots and racks as required.
• Use single and/or double pallets as directed.
• Transport completed palletized customer order to shipping dock staging area.
• May be required to shrink-wrap pallet for staging.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, or attach re-charger and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $3,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Applicants.
• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees