Transportation Selector, General Labor

Career Opportunities with Food Authority, INC

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Company Overview
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Since 1977, Food Authority has been committed to one mission: delivering the highest-quality products and services to our customers. Today over 4 decades later, our company maintain a 24/7/365 philosophy to ensure fresh, delicious produce and grocery items reach our customers quickly and efficiently, with locations in Melville, NY, Jessup, MD, and Westborough, MA,

We’re a growing company that values our employees and their contributions. At Food Authority, you’ll enjoy:

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid time off

401(k) with an excellent company match

Opportunities for career growth and advancement?

As a Selector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment. You will pick and assemble orders, maintain product integrity and safety standards, and stack pallets efficiently for outbound transportation. This position requires attention to detail, adherence to food safety protocols, and collaboration across departments to maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Accurately pick and assemble boxes according to purchase orders

Maintain balanced pallet loads and proper stacking for safe transportation

Ensure product integrity and temperature control at all times

Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) system for order picking

Wrap and secure pallets for safe weight distribution in trucks

Keep work areas clean, organized, and optimized for space utilization

Remove packaging and pallets after picking; perform daily cleanups

Assist other departments as needed

Always work with safety in mind and follow company protocols

Previous experience in distribution or warehouse operations (food industry preferred)

Ability to work independently and efficiently

Experience operating warehouse equipment (electric pallet jack, pallet rider, forklift) is a plus

Strong commitment to safety and quality standards

Ability to lift 50–80 lbs regularly

Comfortable working in cooler and freezer environments for extended periods

Ability to move safely over uneven terrain and in confined spaces

Quick response to sounds and ability to identify potential hazards

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information. In addition to federal law requirements, Food Authority complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.