What are the responsibilities and job description for the Selector/Order Picker position at John Vena Inc.?
John Vena Inc. (JVI) is currently seeking Selectors to join our accomplished Operations team. JVI’s team of Selectors are responsible for supporting product handling activities across our line of hundreds of specialty fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Duties can include order fulfillment, loading, unloading, lot rotation, and assistance with inventory.
ABOUT JOHN VENA INC.
Founded in 1919, John Vena Inc. is a family-owned importer, wholesaler, and distributor of specialty produce serving retailers, foodservice distributors, processors, and wholesalers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. We combine a world-class product selection with a range of custom produce services to support our partners, including ripening, repacking, and logistics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurately pick produce orders from tickets and bills of lading
- Properly handles product to maintain quality
- Provides timely and courteous delivery to customer vehicles
- Alerts the sales and buying teams to quality issues or other unexpected concerns
- Maintains tidiness of all products and packages in the coolers
- Monitors facilities and equipment, including performance of refrigeration systems in assigned coolers
- There are multiple shifts available including: 6am to 2pm & 8am to 4pm.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- One (1) to three (3) years warehouse or produce business experience required
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to read and write English
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well on a team
- Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong basic math skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 LBS
- Understanding of proper perishable product handling
- Knowledge of the operation of warehouse equipment and machines
- Basic knowledge of warehouse procedures
This is a Union Position. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer comprehensive health and retirement benefits according to our Union Contract. We offer exciting opportunities to take ownership of one's own work in a fast-paced environment focused on quality.