Warehouse Totes Associate- 1st Shift - Military Veterans
at KeHE Distributors LLC
Why Work for KeHE?
- Full-time
- Pay Range: $16.25/Hr. - $16.25/Hr.
- Shift Days: SU-TH, Shift Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Benefits after 30 days
- Health/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
- Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
- Holiday pay for company designated holidays
OverviewGood people, working with good people, for our common good.
Sound good?
KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!
Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Warehouse Associate - Totesposition focuses on set up for the day shift production by efficiently sorting totes and distributing totes to their designated area, according to their category.
Essential Functions- Efficiently sort totes and distribute to pick modules according to category.
- Pick non-conveyables and set up by palletizing lanes in correct wave order.
- Assist No-Read lane.
- Double up cases in palletizing lanes.
- Assist pallet pullers.
- Condense cases and remove empty pallets.
- Clean up work area including palletizing lanes during shift and at the end of shift.
- Communicate with management regarding mechanical issues with the lanes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude- High School Diploma or GED Required
Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude:
- Prior warehouse experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers and management.
- Ability to follow safe working practices, as instructed.
- Ability to efficiently work independently of direct supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing. Demonstrated regular and reliable attendance record.
- Ability and willingness to work in a fast pace environment with daily deadlines and goals.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to effectively complete variety of repetitive and high urgency activities at the same time with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation, proactively addressing problems and avoiding crisis whenever possible.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to carry, lift and/or move up to 55 pounds on a frequent basis. The associate is required to frequently sit, stand, walk, and climb. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a warehouse environment where temperatures can vary from very cool to very warm. The associate is also exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise levels in the work environment are typically low to moderate.
- Health/Rx
Romeoville, IL
At KeHE, we’re all about goodness. Our mission to serve & feed America is fueled by an obsession with natural & organic, specialty, and fresh products. With more than 7,900 employee-owners & a 19-distribution center network across North America, KeHE is one of the largest & most respected pure-play grocery & natural distributors in the nation. We’re also passionate about employing our veterans and bringing your unique life experiences to our team. We welcome all of our nation's finest to apply for our roles today as we have dedicated veteran hiring initiatives, and we look forward to speaking with you!
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Buy-Up Options for life and disability insurance
- 401k
- Employee Stock and Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
What Happens After I Apply?
Once you click ‘Apply Now’ on an KeHe job posting, you will either be re-directed to fill out an application on KeHE's career page or be given a confirmation of submission. If you get redirected, please complete the application on the career page and make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once the KeHe team reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.
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