Warehouse Sanitation at United Natural Foods Inc in Iowa City, Iowa

Job Description:

About UNFI: We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

What does it mean to be a part of our Sanitation team?

The Warehouse Sanitation team is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the warehouse environment. This role involves routine cleaning of warehouse floors, shelves, restrooms, equipment, and other designated areas to ensure a safe, organized, and sanitary workspace. Workers in this team must follow health and safety protocols, manage cleaning supplies, and use equipment such as floor scrubbers, vacuums, and pressure washers. Attention to detail, the ability to follow cleaning schedules, and adherence to safety regulations are critical in this role to prevent accidents, contamination, and promote overall operational efficiency. Our team at UNFI puts safety and integrity at the forefront of everything we do to fuel the future of food.

Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Thursday 1:30PM-12:00AM, Friday 12:00PM-10:30PM

Pay: $16.79 per hour, weekly pay

Job Responsibilities

• Cleans, sweeps and removes dust and dirt from the warehouse area including cooler and freezer
• Empties trash containers within building
• Collects and compacts cardboard
• Operates power scrubber to clean floor
• Cleans damaged product
• Maintains grounds and other areas as needed
• General warehouse duties

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse and janitorial experience preferred
• Forklift experience helpful
• Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds (30 pounds on a regular basis)
• Post offer background check and drug screen required
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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