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Warehouse Loader

UNFI
Joliet, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026
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  • 1:00PM Start Time
  • 4-day work week
  • Full-Time
  • $21.00/hour starting pay
  • $2.00/hour Weekend Shift Differential
  • Set schedule for pay increases: $1.00/hour increase after 1 year, $1.50/hour increase after 2 years
  • Weekly pay
  • Benefits: 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, PTO, and more!

What does it mean to be a part of the Loading team?

In these essential roles, you will work directly with the inventory department, supervisors and leads to verify quantities of product received and loaded onto trucks at the distribution centers. These roles have a strong understanding of products that we carry, all loading procedures and back stock. This team ensures that products are in the proper staging locations so we can efficiently load trucks with products accurately while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Loads general merchandise products or supplies using a single jack and dock fork
  • Works in a fast paced environment
  • Assists other departments with work activities when required
  • Promotes good working relationships by maintaining a courteous and friendly manner
  • Attends work regularly and on time as scheduled
  • Ensures work tasks are completed accurately

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must have previous warehouse experience
  • Must have previous high lift, forklift, or reach truck experience
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, frequent bending, stooping and lifting
  • Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

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.

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