Warehouse Worker at US Foods

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

US Foods Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • High School graduate or GED preferred
  • Basic Reading, Writing and Math skills
  • Minimum 6 months warehouse experience preferred, preferably in a food environment
  • Able to work overtime as needed
  • Must be able to operate and walk behind electric pallet jack and sit down or stand-up forklifts
  • Ability to lift 10-100 lbs. frequently
  • Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F-45°F, in warehouse up to 95°F, and in freezer -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, drive, sit, lift, carry, push/pull, climb/balance, stoop/squat, kneel, bend, reach above shoulder, twist, grasp objects, manipulate objects, and manual dexterity at the specified frequencies (occasionally, frequently, continuously)

Responsibilities

  • Pick and pack orders per customer specification
  • Scan product as directed to capture required data
  • Sort, organize, repack, palletize, track, weight and break down various products to assist production as needed
  • Ship and receive product utilizing assigned material handling equipment
  • Perform various facility sanitation duties as required
  • Complete miscellaneous other duties as assigned by management
  • Interact with employees, customers, and vendors at all levels of responsibility in a professional manner

Skills

order picking
palletizing
forklift operation
electric pallet jack
warehouse sanitation
product scanning
shipping and receiving
lifting 10-100 lbs

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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