Warehouse Order Builder

Overview:

The Order Builder is responsible for accurately and efficiently selecting, assembling, and preparing food inventory orders for distribution. This position requires physical labor, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The Order Builder supports daily warehouse operations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace.

Essential Functions:

• Accurately pick, assemble, and prepare food orders from dry, refrigerated, and other designated storage areas according to distribution requirements.
• Use inventory management systems, barcode scanners, and related equipment to track and process orders.
• Maintain established standards for order accuracy, productivity, and timely completion.
• Safely load, unload, move, and organize inventory using appropriate warehouse equipment.
• Operate motorized pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment when properly trained and authorized.
• Verify product quantities and report inventory discrepancies, damaged products, or other concerns to management.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse and storage areas.
• Follow established warehouse procedures, food safety standards, and workplace safety protocols.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, inventory organization, and other warehouse functions as needed.
• Cross-train and support other warehouse operations as directed.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse staff and other departments to support timely and efficient food distribution.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to organize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet productivity expectations.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory management and barcode scanning systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety, reliability, and professional conduct.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment following required training and authorization.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse, inventory, distribution, or order-picking experience preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts or motorized pallet jacks preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Heavier items may require mechanical assistance or team lifting in accordance with safety procedures.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, and repetitive lifting and stacking.
• Ability to perform duties in dry, refrigerated, and other warehouse storage environments, including areas with varying temperatures.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and work around moving equipment and inventory

Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM-4:30 PM, Friday 8:00-12:00 PM

Status: Full-Time; 40 hours

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Long Island Cares offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Generous paid time off: Accrue vacation , sick ,and personal days annually
• 11 paid holidays, plus 5 early dismissal days
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and more

Long Island Cares is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential. We strive to attract, develop, retain, and promote talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person