Distribution Center Associate

ABOUT ALBERT USTER IMPORTS

Albert Uster Imports, Inc. (“AUI”) is a privately held gourmet food company headquartered in the Washington, DC area (Gaithersburg, MD) with warehouse locations in Kansas City, Las Vegas, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Gaithersburg. AUI falls under the Vestar Capital Partners portfolio with affiliate organization, Roland Foods, LLC.

Founded in 1968, the company offers over 1,400 products from around the world. We serve leading hotels, restaurants, casinos, cruise lines, airlines, and manufacturers with innovative, high quality products and solutions to their most demanding culinary challenges. We operate a network of Distribution Centers across the U.S. and serve select international markets as well. AUI has a national direct selling organization of over 60 sales professionals and a staff of culinary experts (chefs and food scientists) adept at custom product solutions.

ABOUT ifiGOURMET

ifiGOURMET is a leading importer and master distributor of high-quality baking and pastry products from the best manufacturers in the world!

ABOUT THE ROLE

IfiGOURMET is seeking a Distribution Center Associateto join our team!

The Company is looking for someone who will contribute to a positive Company culture by maintaining an upbeat, cooperative morale and exhibiting a “can-do” attitude. ifiGOURMET is a service driven Company where delivering on-time, complete and error-free orders is critical to the long-term success of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides excellent service to internal and external customers in receiving, outbound and parcels order processing.
• Picking orders for both parcels and LTL’s
• Ability to pack fragile products for shipping.
• Process parcels via UPS WorldShip and FED-EX.
• Palletizing LTL orders for safe transportation.
• Perform Cycle counting.
• Complies with delivery schedules; accurately, timely, and efficiently processes orders.
• Utilizes computer to print required shipping documents.
• Identifies damaged and expired products.
• Follow all security and safety procedures established by the Company.
• Assists with warehouse cleanup.
• Reviews in-coming sales orders and advises Supervisor and/or Warehouse Manager of errors and questions and assists in resolutions when appropriate.
• Other duties as required by the supervisor.

QUALIFICAITONS AND SKILLS

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Receiving, storing, packing, and shipping experience.
• Previous experience with Inventory Management / cycle counting.
• Ability to work in freezing temperatures as needed.
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions and lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow job procedures and manage instructions.
• Reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Three years’ warehouse experience, packing experience.
• Familiar with UPS WorldShip and FED-EX.
• Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Fork-lift/pallet jack experience a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $18.00/ hour
• Medical Insurance
• 401K Program with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Founded by immigrants, AUI & Roland Foods knows that diversity is the spice of life. We believe in the power of food to open minds, spark adventure, and bring diverse people together. All are welcome at our table! We know the transformative value of food in individual lives and communities. Because of this, we insist on obtaining the highest-quality ingredients and talent!

AUI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. AUI considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. AUI is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at peopleandculture@rolandfoods.com.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• No nights
• Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

• Gurnee, IL 60031: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person