Inventory Exception Clerk, Semi-Automation - Nights at US Foods

Aurora, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Service, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

Good attention to detail
Able to read and write legibly
Ability to interact with a computer and follow instructions
Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Team oriented and able to get along with others
Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -10 degrees to over 100 degrees
Physical ability to stand and walk continuously (67%-100%)
Physical ability to lift 1-10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, and 21-50 lbs frequently (34%-66%); lift 51-100 lbs occasionally (1%-33%)
Physical ability to carry 1-10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, and 21-50 lbs occasionally; carry 51-100 lbs occasionally
Physical ability to perform push/pull, climb/balance, stoop/squat, kneel, bend, reach above shoulder, and twist occasionally
Physical ability to grasp objects and manipulate objects continuously; manual dexterity occasionally
Preferred: Previous Inventory Control experience, including experience working with Warehouse Management Systems
Preferred: High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Work with cartons and trays primarily received from the Automated Storage and Retrieval System
Utilize a computer and scanner to interact with multiple warehouse management systems
Problem solve system issues and quickly resolve to support operations
Manually remove cases from a tray and place onto a pallet, sending empty tray back into system
Quality check cases for expiration dates, packaging quality, and product quality
Further inspect and address flagged tray maintenance issues; clean or repair tray before placing on takeaway conveyor and sending back into the system
Print and apply new labels to correct label no-reads/errors on a tray to ensure readability by scanner
Manually palletize trays of cases for exception customer order handling
Utilize a pallet jack to move empty pallets from the work area to continue the flow of operations
Maintain the cleanliness of workstation by removing any debris from the floor
Follow safety policies and procedures at all times
Other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

warehouse management systems

computer scanning

problem solving

palletizing

pallet jack

quality checking

label printing

inventory control

tray maintenance

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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