Order Selector, Distribution Center

About the role

Whole Foods Market is seeking Full Time Order Selectors for our Distribution Center in Vernon, CA. This is a Perishable Distribution Center with Floral, Meat and Produce products. Temps 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 stacking product onto pallets, wrapping, and preparing product for shipment
• Respect all Good Organics compliances when stacking product
• Operating an electric/motorized ride on standing pallet jack (either single or double)
• Absorb and prepare product for shipment
• Assist in cleaning the warehouse, maintaining a safe working environment
• Comply with all applicable health and safety codes
• 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

Qualifications

• Ability to read and speak basic English
• Experience working with an electric/motorized ride on standing pallet jack (either single or double)
• Experience with voice systems a plus
• Team-player with 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

Professional Knowledge

• 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 getting on and off powered equipment, stepping on and off throughout shift
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
• Able to use tools and equipment, including safety box cutters, electric pallet jacks and voice equipment
• Must adhere to company dress code and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Availability

• Average shifts are 8-10 hours long
• Ability to work a rotating schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• May require the use of ladders

Pay

Base Pay: see bottom of page for wage range

Schedule

• This position will have a 2:00PM Mon-Fri; 1:00PM Saturday & Sunday shift start time, will work to completion, and have a rotating 4-day/ 10-hour workweeks including weekends and holidays.