Sanitation Associate

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping practices in all areas of the warehouse. This includes keeping slots clean and clear of debris in area (e.g. yard and warehouse).
• Transports trash and waste to tilt truck and disposal area.
• Follow all company rules and regulations
• Work in a team environment
• Must wear approved safety shoes
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in warehouse/distribution center
• Ability to read, speak, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Must have a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
  
  

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• Perform work in a refrigerated warehouse with temperatures ranging from -20 degrees Fahrenheit to 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Perform work in a non-refrigerated warehouse with temperatures that range from 40 degrees Fahrenheit to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to work shifts as assigned such as weekends, holidays and mandatory overtime
• Must be able to operate an electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, and/or other misc. equipment.
• Stooping, squatting, walking, reaching, bending, twisting, lifting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
  
  

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.