Cooler Sorter Associate | Swing Driver

THE KITCHEN INC

Cooler Sorter Associate | Swing Driver

Sterling Heights, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Free food & snacks

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Job Summary:

    We are seeking a reliable and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Cooler Sorter / Swing Driver Associate. This hybrid role involves working in a refrigerated environment sorting and organizing products, as well as serving as a backup delivery driver. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, able to prioritize tasks efficiently, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Cooler Sorting & Warehouse Duties (Primary Role):

    Work in a 36–38°F cooler for the majority of your shift

    Accurately sort products by route number or location and place into corresponding bins or totes

    Lift and move items weighing up to 40 lbs

    Stand, bend, and move for extended periods throughout the shift

    Transport product on carts or wheeled racks between two buildings

    Stack totes onto pallets and securely wrap them for delivery

    Maintain a clean and organized work area, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing totes, bins, bathrooms, and removing garbage

    Stay on task and maintain productivity while adhering to company protocols

    Prioritize tasks based on customer needs and delivery schedules

    Swing Driver Duties (As Needed):

    Safely operate sprinter vans and 26’ box trucks for product deliveries

    Maintain accurate and professional delivery records

    Represent the company professionally with courteous and efficient customer service

    Schedule:

    Monday – Friday: Start Time: 6:30 AM End Time: Approximately 3:00 PM (may vary depending on production, +/- 1 hour)

    Sunday Shift Required: Minimum of two (2) Sunday shifts per month

    Cooler Sorting Shift: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Swing Driver Shifts: Posted a minimum of 2 weeks in advance

    7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

    Requirements:

    Valid Chauffeur’s License

    Valid DOT Medical Card

    Pallet jack experience (manual and/or electric)

    Hi-Lo / forklift experience

    Ability to drive a sprinter van and a 26’ box truck

    Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

    Ability to work in a cold environment for extended periods

    Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude

    Pay Rate:

    $18.00 – $20.00 per hour (Pay rate is based on experience)

    Benefits:

    Free lunch every day

    50% employer-paid medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

    Employer-sponsored life insurance

    401(k) with company match up to 4%

    PTO / ESTA Time - 1 Hour earned for every 30 hours worked. PTO / ESTA Time is accrued during your first year of employment, and will be paid out at the end of your first year. At the start of your second year of employment you will be front loaded with 72 hours of PTO / ESTA. If they are not used during the calendar year, you will be paid out for any unused hours.