Material Handler

CW's Core Values: Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!

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• Location: Newport Naval Station Commissary


• Shift: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 12:00 pm through 6:00 pm

CW is seeking a dependable and safety-minded Material Handler to join our team in a fast-paced grocery store environment. In this role, you will help keep products moving efficiently from receiving areas to shelves and storage locations, ensuring the store remains well-stocked, organized, and ready to serve customers.

• Safely operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload products throughout the store and storage areas.


• Receive deliveries and transport products from loading areas to designated storage or sales floor locations in a timely manner.


• Stock shelves, coolers, and displays to ensure products are readily available for customers.


• Organize backroom and storage areas to maintain an efficient and accessible inventory system.


• Track, label, and verify products to support accurate inventory and minimize loss.


• Follow all safety procedures, including proper lifting, handling, and storage of products.


• Assist with rotating stock and monitoring product quality, including checking dates and condition.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment in both storage and sales floor areas.


• Support store operations and team members by ensuring products are available and replenished as needed.


• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to coordinate stocking and inventory priorities.

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

• Previous experience in a grocery store, retail, warehouse, stocking, or material handling environment.


• Ability and willingness to learn safe operation of material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or similar tools.


• Basic inventory, labeling, and stocking skills.


• Basic knowledge of workplace safety standards and proper product handling.


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.


• Valid RealID


• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Bonus If You Have These Skills:

• Experience stocking shelves and organizing inventory in a grocery or retail setting.


• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work collaboratively with store staff.


• High attention to detail when handling, rotating, and stocking products.


• Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with team members.


• Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and store standards.


• Flexibility and adaptability in a busy, changing environment.


• Strong dependability, time management, and work ethic.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• You'll be a part of a mission-driven team that values your hard work and helps you grow.


• Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that support your health and work-life balance.


• Opportunities for advancement-grow your career with us!

Explore Our Generous Benefits Package

• Employer Paid Benefits Offered:
  
  
  
  • Insurance - Medical & Dental
  
  
  • Vision - (Voluntary Benefit)
  
  
  • Telemedicine
  
  
  • Retirement Plan & Match Options
  
  
  • Short Term Disability
  
  
  • Life Insurance
  
  
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation
  
  
  • Sick
  
  
  
  

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Standing and Movement: Frequently stand, walk, and move throughout the store, stockroom, and loading areas for extended periods, often for the majority of the shift.


• Lifting and Carrying: Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull products and materials weighing up to 40-50 pounds, with occasional team lifting for heavier items.


• Repetitive Motion: Perform repetitive tasks such as bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching (including overhead), grasping, and stocking shelves throughout the shift.


• Manual Dexterity: Use hands and arms continuously to handle products, open boxes, stock shelves, and operate pallet jacks or similar equipment.


• Equipment Operation: Safely operate manual or electric pallet jacks and other basic material handling equipment; may require coordination and physical control in tight spaces.


• Climbing and Reaching: Use step stools or small ladders to access products stored on higher shelves; frequent reaching at or above shoulder level.


• Temperature Exposure: Work in varying temperature conditions, including ambient store environments, refrigerated coolers, and freezer areas with proper protective gear.


• Noise Level: Work in a moderately noisy environment with background sounds from store activity, equipment, and customer traffic.


• Customer-Facing Environment: Work in an active retail setting with frequent customer interaction, requiring awareness of surroundings and safe movement at all times.


• Surfaces and Hazards: Frequently work on hard flooring and in areas that may become wet or slippery; must maintain awareness to prevent slips, trips, and falls.


• PPE Requirements: May be required to wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, slip-resistant footwear, or cold-weather gear when working in refrigerated areas.


• Work Pace: Ability to maintain productivity and accuracy while working in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment with shifting priorities.


• Visual Requirements: Must be able to read labels, product information, safety signage, and inventory documentation accurately.


• Endurance: Must be able to sustain physical activity and consistent effort throughout scheduled shifts, including weekends, evenings, or holidays as needed.


• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

CW's Core Values: Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Overview: CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We're proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: We are committed to pay transparency. Compensation for this role is determined in good faith and based on jobrelated factors such as skills, experience, education, and internal equity, in accordance with applicable law. Employees and applicants may request additional compensation information as permitted by law.

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