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Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

PURPOSE:

The Damage Recoup associate will be ensuring proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise daily. The Damage Recoup associate is responsible for reviewing and processing returns from retailers including the salvage program. This position will also process vendor returns in accordance with policies and procedures. They will also help support inventory projects and programs to ensure accuracy and in compliance with service levels.

Why work at UNFI of Aurora, CO?

• Weekly paychecks
• Earlier pay, easier saving. Even is the money app that makes it happen. A new fully sponsored benefit for all UNFI associates
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Paid Leave Time earned
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site grocery store, wellness program that puts money back in your pocket for living a healthy lifestyle!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors and process store returns, driver check-in process and salvage programs
• Monitors and process product velocity and tracks lost sales and in-house damages
• Research mis-slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verification
• Processes return to vendor requests in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations
• Track food bank donations and salvaged product
• Responsible for proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise daily
• Collect and relocate merchandise as necessary to correct inventory problems
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location
• Performs other relevant job duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment
• Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes
• Experience as a selector or lift operator (strongly preferred)
• 1-2 years of data entry experience preferred
• Understanding of safety guidelines
• Understanding of paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory
• Strong knowledge of applicable warehouse mgmt. system and RF system
• Attention to detail
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.