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Warehouse Associate

CompanySoutheastern Food Merchandisers LP
LocationPelham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 17, 2026
About The Company
🌟 Welcome to Southeastern Food Merchandisers! 🌟 Established in 1988 as a distributor for Jack’s, Southeastern Food Merchandisers has grown into a trusted leader in the food distribution industry. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, with remote storage sites across the Southeastern United States, we ensure seamless access to our valued customers. We take pride in delivering top-notch service to our primary clients, Jack’s and Wendy’s. With high-quality equipment and expert warehouse workers and drivers, we ensure timely delivery of the freshest products. With a rich three-decade history, we're dedicated to extending our legacy. Our experienced leadership team navigates day-to-day operations, ensuring unparalleled customer service. From purchase to delivery, our comprehensive services meet all your food distribution needs. Our state-of-the-art storage facilities guarantee product freshness until dispatch. With a distribution footprint across the Southeast, we're your trusted partner for reliable food distribution services. Join us as we set industry standards and drive excellence. #FoodDistribution #Logistics #CustomerService #SoutheasternFoodMerchandisers #TrustedPartner
About the Role

Description

We are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our warehouse team. Warehouse Associates play an important role in keeping our operation running efficiently and may work in a variety of areas, including order selection, forklift operation, loading, sanitation, and general warehouse support.

This is a fast-paced, physically demanding position that requires associates to work safely, accurately, and as part of a team.

Requirements

Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include:

  • Select and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment as assigned
  • Load and unload trucks and trailers
  • Stage, move, and organize products throughout the warehouse
  • Stack and secure products for shipment
  • Maintain clean and organized warehouse, dock, and work areas
  • Perform sanitation duties, including sweeping, cleaning, removing debris, and maintaining food distribution areas
  • Check products for accuracy, damage, and proper handling
  • Follow all safety procedures and company policies
  • Work productively in a fast-paced environment while meeting accuracy and productivity expectations
  • Assist in other warehouse areas as needed

Work Environment:

Warehouse Associates must be able and willing to work in multiple temperature-controlled environments, including:

  • Dry warehouse areas
  • Cooler/refrigerated areas
  • Freezer areas

Employees may move between these environments throughout their shift and must be comfortable working in cold temperatures for extended periods.


Physical Requirements:

This position requires regular physical activity throughout the shift. Associates must be able to:

  • Frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and move heavy products
  • Repeatedly bend, stoop, squat, reach, and twist
  • Stand and walk for extended periods
  • Perform repetitive lifting and material-handling tasks
  • Safely handle products in a fast-paced warehouse environment
  • Work in cooler, freezer, and dry warehouse conditions

Qualifications:

  • Dependable with a strong work ethic
  • Ability to work safely and follow instructions
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures, including refrigerated and freezer environments
  • Warehouse, order selection, loading, sanitation, or forklift experience is preferred but not required for all positions
  • Forklift certification or previous powered industrial equipment experience is a plus
  • Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
Key Skills
Order selectionForklift operationPallet jack operationLoading and unloadingWarehouse organizationSanitationSafety complianceMaterial handlingInventory accuracyTeamworkPhysical stamina
Categories
LogisticsManufacturingTrades
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Warehouse Associates are responsible for accurately selecting customer orders, operating warehouse equipment, and loading or unloading trucks. They must also maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment across dry, refrigerated, and freezer storage areas.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
35
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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