Get Fresh Produce started in 1982 as a retail produce store in Chicago, specializing in premium fresh fruit, vegetables, specialty foods, and dairy. Get Fresh is supported by an amazing team of sales, customer service, procurement, and operations professionals. Get Fresh Produce executes distribution of more than 13 million cases annually to 3,000 customers. 

We base everything we do on ‘Fresh Thinking’. This means constantly seeking to work more efficiently, creatively, and meticulously to meet our customers’ needs. We work every day to drive consistency in the areas most important to our customers: Customer Service, Quality, Food, Safety, Reporting, Technology. 

Essential Functions: 

• Perform general physical activities in a warehouse, including loading, unloading, selecting, sorting and moving products and materials manually 
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts (including sit down and stand up)  
• Transport filled orders throughout the warehouse to shipping assembling areas 
• Perform general warehouse cleaning duties of assigned areas to ensure cleanliness standards are met 
• Select customer orders using WMS System with RFD equipment 
• Collaborate with the receiving team to properly return products back to stock 
• Perform audits, check outbound orders for accuracy, and quality of goods 
• Follow all warehouse safety guidelines, including proper lifting techniques and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company guidelines to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency 

Competencies, Education, and Skills: 

• Strong organizational skilss and attention to detail
• Active listening skills 
• Strong relationships and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple work orders and prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team 
• High school diploma or GED equivalent 
• Experience using RF Scanners, WMS 
• At least 6 months prior experience safely operating forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and understanding general warehouse operations 
• Speak and write English satisfactorily 

Physical Demands:

• Work in cold and wet cooler conditions for extended periods of time 
• Stand or walk for long periods of time  
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs consistently and up to 75 lbs occasionally 

Compensation: 

• Training Period: $17.00/hour (For your first 30 days) 
• Pay Per Piece: $14.00 - $23.00/hour (During your first year) 

Work Schedule: 

• Start Time: 5:00am – finished, approximately 2:00pm 
• Sunday – Friday (Saturdays off and one day during the week)
• Must be available to work some mandatory holiday as required 

Benefits: 

• Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)
• Paid Time Off 
• Holidays  
• 401(k) with Company Match 
• Weekly Paid  
• Career Advancement Opportunities  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.