Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

Description

Warehouse Associate – 1st Shift

Multiple Locations | East and West Madison, WI

Certco, Inc.

2024, 2025 & 2026 Top Workplace Award Winner

One Application. Three Great Locations.

Apply once and choose the warehouse location that's most convenient for you! Certco is hiring 1st Shift Warehouse Associates at our Verona Road, Femrite Drive, and Daniels Street distribution centers. During the application process, you'll be able to select your preferred location.

Looking for a stable career with a company that values hard work, teamwork, and its employees?

Available Locations

• Verona Road (Grocery Products) – West Madison (Part-Time and Full-Time Available)
• Femrite Drive (Cooler/Freezer Products) – East Madison  (Part-Time and Full-Time Available) 
• Daniels Street (Organic Foods, Candy and General Merchandise Products) – East Madison  (Part-Time Available) 

During the application process, you'll have the opportunity to select which location you're interested in.

What You'll Do

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a critical role in keeping grocery stores stocked throughout the Midwest. This position primarily performs Order Selector duties using voice-directed technology and powered industrial equipment to accurately select customer orders in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Select customer orders accurately using voice-picking technology. 
• Operate powered warehouse equipment safely and efficiently. 
• Build stable pallets for shipment. 
• Maintain productivity and quality standards. 
• Inspect products for quality and accuracy. 
• Keep  your work area clean, organized, and safe. 
• Work as part of a team to ensure customer orders are shipped on time. 

No two days are exactly the same, making this an active and rewarding position for individuals who enjoy staying busy.

Why Join Certco?

At Certco, we're proud to support hundreds of independent grocery retailers throughout the Midwest.

We're also proud to be recognized as a:

Wisconsin Top Workplace (2024, 2025 & 2026)

USA TODAY Top Workplace

These awards are based entirely on confidential employee feedback.

What We Offer:

Competitive Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Daily Overtime Opportunities
• Medical, Free Dental & Vision Insurance
• Low-Cost Employee Health Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

• On-site Fitness Center 
• Gym Membership Reimbursement 
• Chair Massages 
• On-site Flu Shots 
• Employee Assistance Program 

Employee Perks

• Company Picnics 
• Holiday Parties 
• Sporting Events 
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Career Advancement Opportunities 
• Stable, Growing Company 

What We're Looking For

We're looking for dependable individuals who:

• Enjoy physical, active work. 
• Work well in a team environment. 
• Have a strong attention to detail. 
• Value safety and quality. 
• Can work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse. 
• Are reliable and committed to excellent attendance. 

Warehouse experience is helpful but not required—we'll train the right candidates.

Why This Position Matters

Every order you select helps stock independent grocery stores throughout the Midwest. Your work directly supports local communities and helps keep shelves stocked for thousands of families every day.

If you're looking for more than just another warehouse job, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that invests in its employees and promotes from within.

Apply Today!

One application. Three locations. Endless opportunities.

Requirements

1st Shift

7am-3:30pm

Job Summary

The Order Selector is responsible for filling customers' grocery orders and delivering them to the delivery platform in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security, and productivity. The Order Selector is responsible for the completeness and correctness of all orders filled.

Essential Job Functions

• Efficiently pick customer orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct number and type of product is shipped
• Carry or transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms
• Tag or mark orders as requested
• Repack orders when necessary
• Ensure outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage
• Stock product in pick slots
• Conduct physical inventories as required
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety and complies with OSHA and MSDS Standards
• Meet company standards for productivity
• Is regular in attendance and complies with the Company Attendance Policy

Equipment

• Operate powered lift trucks in performance of order selecting duties when required
• Conduct safety inspections on any equipment used
• Used of hand-held computers / scanners and voice-enabled computers

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

• Knowledge of warehouse procedures
• Knowledge of stock rotation procedures
• Ability to read and write legibly in English
• Ability to count accurately and do simple math
• Must be capable of standing, walking and climbing stairs for extended periods of time
• Must be capable of climbing, stooping and kneeling
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 80 lbs
• Ability to operate machinery
• Ability to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers
• Ability to pay attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously
• Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent and excellent math skills

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an applicant or employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Frequency Definitions
The percentages listed below represent the estimated amount of time the employee is expected to perform each physical requirement during a typical work shift.

0–24% — Occasional (up to 2 hours per shift) 

25–49% — Frequent (approximately 2–4 hours per shift) 

50–74% — Regular (approximately 4–6 hours per shift) 

75–100% — Constant  (Up to 8 hours or greater per shift) 

• Seeing: Must be able to read and understand pick sheets. (75–100%) 
• Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers and customers. (75–100%) 
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in person. (75–100%) 
• Reading/Data Analysis: Ability to read and analyze data on a computer screen and in printed materials. (0–24%) 
• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must be able to stand for long periods, to walk; mobility between warehouse and office to contact supervisors and co-workers when   needed . (75–100%) 
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling:  Must be able to stoop, bend, and kneel to perform job duties. (25–49%) 
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing:  Must be able to lift a minimum of 80 pounds occasionally (75-100%) 
• Work Environment: Ability to work in an operational environment, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and equipment movement when applicable. (75–100%) 
• Safety Requirements: Must comply with all safety requirements, including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) when in operational areas. (75–100%) 

Certco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.