AI summary
Warehouse Order Selector role with Performance Foodservice (a major broadline food distributor) picking and building customer orders in a multi-level, multi-temperature warehouse. You'll use an electric pallet jack/forklift to move, wrap, label, and stage pallets for shipment while meeting safety, accuracy, and productivity standards. Standout perk: Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits plus incentives and 401(k) match.
Key skills
Warehouse order picking (case selection)Electric pallet jack operation (certification in training)Forklift/pallet jack safety checks and inspectionsPallet building, staging, and shrink-wrappingWorking in multi-temperature environments (dry/cooler/freezer)Reading order sheets and locating products in rack systemsMeeting productivity and accuracy targetsManual handling and heavy lifting (up to 60–100 lbs.)Following safety policies and using PPEBasic paperwork/completing checklists
Pays $20–$22/hour (advertised $22/hour) plus incentives, which is in line with warehouse order selector rates in Maine.
You'll thrive here if you’re reliable and detail-oriented, comfortable with physical work in a fast-paced warehouse, and enjoy hitting accuracy and productivity targets as part of a team.
Why apply
- Day 1 health & wellness benefits
- 401(k) employer matching
- Employee stock purchase plan
Job Description
Position Details:
- $20 - $22/Hour Plus Incentive
- Sunday-Thursday starting at 5pm/6pm – Finish.
- 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
Select cases and other containers of food and non-foods products to fill 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 with an electric pallet jack/forklift, wrapped, labeled and readied for shipment in a timely manner observing all safety regulations and ensuring all quality standards are met while maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duties assigned to best serve the company.
Position 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.
- Experience working in high-volume, productive-driven environments with established accuracy and production standards.
- Strong attention to detail, including the ability to identify product variances, lot codes, and location numbers.
- Strong teamwork, communication and reliability - including consistent attendance and punctuality.
Qualifications
• 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 Electric Pallet Jack certified within the new-hire training period
• Ability to complete required training independently
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.