Warehouse Associate – 1st ShiftMultiple Locations | East and West Madison, WICertco, Inc. 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 LocationsVerona Road (Grocery Products) – West MadisonFemrite Drive (Cooler/Freezer Products) – East MadisonDaniels Street (Organic Foods, Candy and General Merchandise Products) – East MadisonDuring the application process, you'll have the opportunity to select which location you're interested in.What You'll DoAs 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) and USA TODAY Top Workplace. These awards are based entirely on confidential employee feedback.What We OfferCompetitive BenefitsCompetitive PayDaily Overtime OpportunitiesMedical, Free Dental & Vision InsuranceLow-Cost Employee Health Insurance401(k) with Company MatchProfit SharingPaid Time OffWellness ProgramOn-site Fitness CenterGym Membership ReimbursementChair MassagesOn-site Flu ShotsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee PerksCompany PicnicsHoliday PartiesSporting EventsEmployee Appreciation EventsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesStable, Growing CompanyWhat We're Looking ForWe'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 MattersEvery 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.Requirements1st Shift 7am-3:30pmJob SummaryThe 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 FunctionsEfficiently pick customer orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct number and type of product is shippedCarry or transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platformsTag or mark orders as requestedRepack orders when necessaryEnsure outbound shipments are accurate and free of damageStock product in pick slotsConduct physical inventories as requiredMaintain a clean, neat, and orderly work areaAssist in maintaining the security of the warehouseConduct operations in a manner that promotes safety and complies with OSHA and MSDS StandardsMeet company standards for productivityIs regular in attendance and complies with the Company Attendance PolicyEquipmentOperate powered lift trucks in performance of order selecting duties when requiredConduct safety inspections on any equipment usedUsed of hand-held computers / scanners and voice-enabled computersKnowledge, Skill, and AbilitiesKnowledge of warehouse proceduresKnowledge of stock rotation proceduresAbility to read and write legibly in EnglishAbility to count accurately and do simple mathMust be capable of standing, walking and climbing stairs for extended periods of timeMust be capable of climbing, stooping and kneelingAbility to lift, push and pull up to 80 lbsAbility to operate machineryAbility to hear well enough to communicate with co-workersAbility to pay attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneouslyAbility to communicate with supervisors, co-workers in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to work with minimal supervisionEducation and ExperienceHigh school graduate or equivalent and excellent math skillsPhysical RequirementsThe 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