Distribution Center Associate

Job Summary

Fresh Foods Manufacturing houses Giant Eagle's Freedom Road Warehouse. Working within this warehouse means performing a variety of general distribution center functions. These functions can include order picking, unloading and loading trucks, and equipment operation

Most importantly you will safely and efficiently assist the facility in meeting daily production and customer service requirements at our Fresh Foods Manufacturing facility.

Job Description

Join our team and experience the benefits of being a part of Giant Eagle. The Warehouse Selector role is pivotal in our success, in this role at our Freedom Road Warehouse, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive Compensation: Now starting at $19.00/hour PLUS $2.00/hour Pay Shift Incentive and $1,000 New Hire Bonus
• 4 Day Work Week: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy a 4 Day Work Week with Second Shift starting at 1:00 p. m.
• Quarterly Attendance Bonuses: Earn up to $2,200 annually!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Healthcare, dental, vision, Rx, 401K - we got you covered!
• Career Growth: Develop a fulfilling career, explore advancement opportunities within the same facility or one of our many locations

Job Requirements

• Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 100 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all quality and safety processes are followed including, but not limited to: maintaining pallet integrity, ensuring trailers are properly secured to dock-lock chock, and monitoring for mis-slotted or mis-rotated merchandise.
• Move palletized product, using pallet jack to safely maneuver stock, from staging area into tractor trailer and/or put in store locations.
• Lift & carry cases of up to 100 lbs. from pick slots and place them onto pallets; cases must be lifted from floor level, shoulder level & overhead.
• Record and log applicable information on appropriate logs on the front dock.
• Clean and sweep out trailers prior to loading product.
• Have flexibility in scheduling & availability to work the times, shifts, days and overtime as necessary to meet the company's needs.
• Meet and maintain productivity standards.
• Accurately select product by matching slot numbers and product descriptions using a voice-activated warehouse management system.
• Receive incoming freight into the distribution center.
• Compare shipping documents to the purchase order to determine if they are the same with regard to quantity and product description.
• Check all product expiration code / dates, quantity and condition of cases and pallets.
• Report variances to appropriate supervision or department to determine if product will be accepted or refused.
• Place correct receiving tag in proper location on each pallet of product.
• Total the numbers on the purchase order and note variances to the bill of lading.
• Follow all applicable safety and sanitation procedures, including food safety procedures.
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures, including the safe operation of equipment and help to maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Put away inbound freight accurately and safely according to preferred methods.
• Report all merchandise discrepancies and product quality issues to supervision including, but not limited to: damaged product, wrong store number, poorly stacked, incorrect store number and equipment issues.

Starting Rate of Pay

$19.00

About Us

At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life's moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you'll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us - because you matter.