Receiving/Unloader

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

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Job Description:

Schedule: 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM

Position Summary:

Responsible to receive product and check product for damage, verify accurate product and quantities received according to purchase order (PO) and pallet label using reports generated from the Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Here’s what you’ll do: 

• Receive product; check product for damage, verify accurate product and quantities received according to purchase order (PO) and pallet label; record perishable item temperatures according to procedures.  
• Move or otherwise handle cases, boxes, bags, and/or pallets of dry groceries, frozen foods, dairy products, produce, poultry, fish, beef, pork and/or tobacco products and related products as identified on order forms, in the quantities specified.  
• Assist Warehouse Associate with unloading products from trucks; breakdown pallet and stack (lump) product on pallets and organize products to be placed into appropriate warehouse racks/pick slots.  
• Review reports generated from the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure accurate placement of product and follow established processes and procedures.  
• Monitor product for proper rotation and check code dates.  
• Operate power industrial equipment such as a forklift, long-tongued electric pallet jack, high-extender high-lift and other moving equipment (i.e., walkers). 
• Lift products weighing between 30-60 lbs. frequently and products weighing up to 75 lbs. occasionally, while ensuring and maintaining a safe work environment.  
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by properly disposing of pallet boards, wood chips, and other trash, etc. and ensuring any spills are cleaned up quickly and according to safety guidelines. 
• Conduct inspections of powered industrial equipment as required, using a safety checklist, to ensure such equipment is in good working order.  
• Report damaged product and quality issues and notify supervisor of out-of-stock or low volume product(s).  
• Participate in rotation of products, move products to dock areas and perform other duties as assigned.  

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 

Here’s what you’ll need: 

• High School Graduate (Preferred). 
• One-year prior warehouse/distribution experience (Preferred)
• Must be certified, or willing to obtain and maintain certification, on all required powered industrial equipment such as forklift, electric pallet jack, long-tongued electric pallet jack and high-extender high lift. 
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation in the conditions specified for 8 - 10-hour shifts. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, day and evening hours, and overtime as assigned. 
• Must understand and be able to communicate in English, including but not limited to, reading and interpreting order forms and selection labels. Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills are required. 
• Must be able to follow verbal (oral) and written instructions.  
• Must be able to understand warehouse location diagram, ability to understand temperature chain-of-custody procedures.  
• Ability to use computer barcode scanning equipment.  
• Must be able to use computer to access the Warehouse Management System (WMS) program and troubleshoot product location and read reports.  
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced warehouse operation.  
• Able to safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and other material handling/industrial equipment.  
• Must follow safe working practices in accordance with Company safety policies and practices.  
• Ability to work in multi-temperature areas as assigned (e.g., freezer, coolers, dry conditions).  
• Must report for work regularly and on time, as scheduled. Must be able to take direction from supervisor(s) and works well with others.  
• Must work well under pressure, and is able to organize and prioritize work assignments, and meet established deadlines.  
• Must perform assigned tasks accurately and completely.  
• Must be flexible and able to handle changes in work requirements productively.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.