Warehouse Order Selector
Pacific Coast Fresh Company · Portland, OR
- On site
- Full-time
- $58,000 / year
- Portland, OR
Job highlights
- Fulfill customer orders by picking fresh produce.
- Operate hand-held scanners and pallet jacks.
- Build pallets and ensure order accuracy.
- Competitive pay with incentive opportunities.
- Advance career within the company.
About the role
Warehouse Order Selector
Come grow with us!
Pacific Coast Fresh Company is a local, family-owned produce distributor that has proudly served our Pacific Northwest retail, wholesale and food service customers since 1977. We are now one of the largest independent produce distributors in the Northwest with distribution centers in Portland, Oregon and Seattle (Kent), Washington.
Our employees are a big part of our success, and we truly believe the words of our founder, Emil Nemarnik, who often said "Take good care of your employees, customers, shippers, and farmers and they will make you successful." As an Order Selector, you'll not only earn a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits, but also open doors to a wide variety of advancement opportunities. Pacific Coast Fresh Company takes pride in developing employees and recruiting from within, and previous order selectors have gone on to work in a wide variety of roles including forklift operator, delivery driver, supervisor, warehouse manager, account manager, buyer, and more.
This position is responsible for fulfilling customer orders by picking fresh product (fruits and veggies) from racks and storage areas and efficiently assembling the product on pallets to fill customer orders. Check out this video to see one of our Order Selectors in action.
What You'll Do...
- Operate a hand-held scanner
- Operate a pallet jack
- Stack produce cases
- Build pallets and tag them appropriately
- Working cooperatively with checkers to fix errors
- Clean warehouse as needed
- Other duties may be assigned
What We Look For...
- Passion for meeting and exceeding customer expectations
- Ability to use and understand portable communications within a warehouse environment.
- Ability to operate a pallet jack and other warehouse equipment safely and professionally
- Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to speak, read and write in English in order to understand and process paperwork.
- Attention to detail
- Ability to lift up to 30# repeatedly and up to 50# occasionally during the course of the shift
- Availability for a 4:00 PM start time
What You'll Gain...
- The opportunity to contribute, learn a lot, and have fun along the way
- Base pay of $20/hour with potential to earn $23/hour or more through our incentive-based pay structure
- Weekly pay days and immediate access to earned wages through Daily Pay
- Comprehensive benefit package including, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and profit sharing plan as well as paid time off
- Regular and constructive performance feedback
- Healthy, fresh produce you can eat or take home to your family through our generous employee purchase program
Qualifications
Pacific Coast Fresh Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship and immigration status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law.
Pacific Coast Fresh Company participates in the E-Verify Electronic Employment Verification Program. To ensure that we continue to maintain a safe work environment, all employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check prior to beginning work.
Key skills/competency
- Warehouse Order Selector
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Inventory Management
- Order Fulfillment
- Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Skills
- Warehouse Equipment Operation
- Produce Handling
- Customer Service
Skills & topics
- Warehouse Order Selector
- Order Picker
- Produce Distributor
- Warehouse Associate
- Logistics
- Shipping and Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Material Handler
- Forklift Operator
- Teamwork
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant warehouse experience, order picking, and equipment operation skills.
- Apply online: Submit your application through the Pacific Coast Fresh Company careers portal.
- Showcase your fit: Emphasize your attention to detail, physical stamina, and customer focus.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with warehouse equipment and teamwork.
- Be punctual: Demonstrate your reliability and availability for the 4:00 PM start time.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the main responsibilities of a Warehouse Order Selector at Pacific Coast Fresh Company?
- As a Warehouse Order Selector, your primary responsibilities include picking fresh produce from storage, assembling orders on pallets, operating a hand-held scanner, and using a pallet jack. You'll also collaborate with checkers, maintain warehouse cleanliness, and perform other assigned duties.
- What is the starting pay for a Warehouse Order Selector at Pacific Coast Fresh Company?
- The starting base pay for a Warehouse Order Selector is $20 per hour, with the potential to earn $23 per hour or more through the company's incentive-based pay structure.
- What benefits does Pacific Coast Fresh Company offer to Warehouse Order Selectors?
- Pacific Coast Fresh Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, and paid time off. Employees also benefit from weekly pay and immediate access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
- What are the physical requirements for the Warehouse Order Selector role?
- Candidates must be able to repeatedly lift up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. The role also requires the ability to operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
- What opportunities for advancement are available for Warehouse Order Selectors?
- Pacific Coast Fresh Company emphasizes internal growth. Previous order selectors have advanced into roles such as forklift operator, delivery driver, supervisor, warehouse manager, account manager, and buyer.
- What is the typical start time for this Warehouse Order Selector position?
- This position requires availability for a 4:00 PM start time.
- Does Pacific Coast Fresh Company offer training for operating warehouse equipment?
- While the job description emphasizes the ability to operate equipment, it's reasonable to expect some on-the-job training or familiarization with their specific equipment and safety protocols for roles like pallet jack operation.
- What makes Pacific Coast Fresh Company a good place to work?
- Pacific Coast Fresh Company is a family-owned business with a strong emphasis on employee care, as stated by its founder. They offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a positive work environment, including access to fresh produce.