Order Picker, Distribution Center

About the role

Whole Foods Market is seeking Full Time Order Selectors for their Distribution Center in Cheshire, CT. This is a Perishable Distribution Center handling Floral, Meat, and Produce products. Temperatures range from -10 (Freezer) to 46 degrees (including a banana and avocado ripening room).

Responsibilities

• Use voice-based order system to select and palletize store orders.
• Manually stack product onto pallets, wrap, and prepare product for shipment.
• Respect all Good Organics compliance when stacking product.
• Operate an electric/motorized ride-on standing pallet jack (either single or double).
• Absorb and assist in cleaning the warehouse, maintaining a safe working environment.
• Communicate and maintain employee safety and security standards.
• Arrive to work on time, wear appropriate PPE, work all scheduled shifts, complete required trainings, and attend required meetings.
• Able to read and speak basic English.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader, Associate Team Leader, Facility Leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience working with an electric/motorized ride-on standing pallet jack (either single or double).
• Experience with voice systems a plus.
• Team-player with a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Able to work well with others, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with little supervision.

Skills/Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, occasionally lift up to 70 lbs (team lift suggested for weights in excess of 70 lbs).
• Work in a cold/wet storage facility environment (ranging from -10 (freezer) to 55 degrees Fahrenheit).
• General warehouse temps 34-46 degrees, Freezer -10 degrees.
• Regularly get on and off powered equipment, step on and off throughout shift.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Use tools and equipment, including safety box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and voice equipment.
• Adhere to company dress code and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Shift Details

Shift: 1:00 PM shift start time, will work to completion, and have a rotating 4-day/10-hour workweeks including weekends and holidays. Schedules are subject to change (provided 3 weeks in advance).

Pay and Benefits

• Base Pay: $21.50 an hour PLUS Incentives: $200 8 Week training completion bonus! $1000 milestone bonus! $500 @ 6 and 12 months $800 a month potential based on productivity and accuracy.
• The wage range for this position is $18.00-$33.66 Hourly, commensurate with experience.
• Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, occasionally lift up to 70 lbs (team lift suggested for weights in excess of 70 lbs).
• Work in a cold/wet storage facility environment (ranging from -10 (freezer) to 55 degrees Fahrenheit).
• General warehouse temps 34-46 degrees, Freezer -10 degrees.
• Regularly get on and off powered equipment, step on and off throughout shift.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Use tools and equipment, including safety box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and voice equipment.
• Adhere to company dress code and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Availability Requirements

• Average shifts are 8-10 hours long.
• May require the use of ladders.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. We hire and promote individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.