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Role: Chemist I - Job ID: SAHDC5758554

Work Location: Clark NJ

Description:

Associate Chemist; Hair Care Dev/Styling

Day to day job responsibilities:

• Formulation work: batching, conducting stability studies, filling and labeling of samples, submitting requests for micro, safety, evaluation testing, etc.
• Reporting results, formulation troubleshooting, keeping lab records, following safety guidelines and reviewing SDS, compilation of ingredients for review/reporting,
• Quality control measurements and microscopic analysis.
• May require light lifting such as 5kg buckets or boxes containing usually up to 10kg; and operation of small-scale lab bench manufacturing kettles.

Ideal candidate background:

• B.A or B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other relevant Scientific discipline.
• 0-3 years experience
• Prior cosmetic or pharmaceutical lab experience is preferred but not required
• Ideal candidate will be quick learner, detail oriented with good communication skills and able to thrive in fast-paced team environment

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway® and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices. Together….We make Wakefern work!

Your Contribution:

The Customer Service Agent is responsible for supporting all aspects of replenishment and logistics activity within the department. General responsibilities include answering phone and email communications from internal and external customers including all banners, Wholesale customers and Wakefern product divisions. Core functions of this role include completing delivery discrepancy investigations, handling all types of store orders, supporting order scheduling, including DSD, directs, Wholesale and Transdock orders. During any type of Logistics crisis, the CSR represents the division, including staffing the Emergency Operations Center. The work performed is in a high volume call center and the CSR serves as a first-contact associate for store logistical needs.

What you'll do:

• Answer and respond to inbound calls and emails from retail locations
• Complete a delivery discrepancy investigation from start to finish, including reporting activities; use of the Delivery Discrepancy Application (DDA) is required
• Complete order poll monitoring from start to finish
• Create a report card; explain how to create a report card
• Create, adjust, cancel and understand a store order
• Create, update, cancel and understand a store return
• Understand basic information on an invoice, delivery receipt, loading diagram
• Understand, create and update an ordering schedule
• Understand basic information about Directs, Direct Store Deliveries (DSDs) and other non-warehouse deliveries
• Able to use the major scheduling, audio and video programs as well as an ability to learn new technologies and interfaces

What we're looking for:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Outstanding telephone etiquette, verbal and written communication skills; ability to handle very heavy telephone volume
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment without constant direct supervision
• Good software skills; Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required; previous use of logistics-related software preferred (CGO, Cisco Finesse, Cisco WebEx, LINK, MicroStrategy, Pega Delivery Discrepancy Application, QMF, RAPID, Smartsheet, WMS)
• Work schedule flexibility; Split Work Week (any 4 out of 7) - Saturday and Sunday weekend coverage required
• 1st shift; 7am-3pm or 8am-4pm
• Retail experience preferred
• Multiple language experience preferred

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and work at a desk for long periods of time
• Ability to view screens for long periods of time

Competencies

• Communicate Effectively
• Build Relationships
• Stay Competitive
• Embrace Change
• Develop You
• Drive For Results

The hourly salary range for this position is $20.77 to $26.00. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirement

Program Dates

May 19th, 2026 – August 7th, 2026

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, and Morton Williams® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best in class procurement practices.

Your contribution

If you are a student who is pursuing an education in Supply Chain Management, Food Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control Management, or other related fields, these internship opportunities may be a great fit for you! Wakefern prides itself in being the industry leader in Logistics and Distribution. Our organization currently services over 400+ retail stores throughout the northeast. The Logistics Infrastructure includes 9 warehouses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, housing 4 million square feet of warehouse space. Wakefern’s fleet of over 2000 trailers ship approximately 1.4 million cases daily while traveling 52,000,000 miles per year! This sophisticated operation utilizes state of the art technology to meet the needs of our more than 8 million customers.

Quality Assurance: Product Inspector (Produce) track:

This internship goes beyond a typical desk job, you’ll be immersed in the core of our supply chain operations. The QA (Produce) Intern plays a hands-on role in inspecting fresh produce and other perishable items to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with Wakefern standards. This position involves physically examining inbound deliveries for grade, freshness, proper labeling, and packaging integrity, as well as monitoring temperatures and verifying weights and counts. Interns will gain first-hand experience with Wakefern’s Food Safety and Quality Practices, USDA and FDA guidelines. Interns will be learning leadership skills mentored by supervisors to understand all skills required in a Quality Assurance Product Inspection department.

What you will do

• Work in a refrigerated warehouse environment.
• Inspects all inbound deliveries to ensure the purchased goods conform to all established product specifications, standards, and grade requirements.
• Performs random organoleptic inspections of inbound goods to assure the quality, grade, and wholesomeness of the product.
• Inspects all inbound deliveries for cleanliness and soundness of the transportation vehicle and the absence of cross contamination.
• Monitors product temperatures by means of physical probing of goods and observation of time and temperature recording devices.
• Verifies the weights and counts of received goods.
• Examines all packaging for proper labeling and enforces all packaging and labeling requirements of the FDA, USDA, and USDC.
• Monitors products in inventory and storage for quality and safety.
• Performs daily sanitation inspections of all applicable facilities and warehouses.
• Gathers and organizes all records and documentation to comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Monitors all control points, critical control points, and quality control points for each of the food safety and food quality plans for the applicable perishable food facilities.
• Physical demands include the ability to bend, stretch, extend, tug and pull based on inspection of various products, Ability to work in cold temperatures as low as 33 °F.
• 5 days on site - no remote work.
• Wear OSHA-Compliant Steel Toe or Composite Safety Boots when in the warehouse is required.
• Bilingual Spanish / English is a plus, but not required.
• Provide coverage for the Shift Supervisors, working any 5 of the 7-days, including weekends, holidays, vacations, and peak volume periods. Interns work 40 hours per week.
• Various projects as assigned.
• Interns will be based out of one of the following warehouse locations and may work one of the following shifts:

Locations/Shifts

Northern Perishables – Elizabeth, NJ

6:00am-2:30pm

Produce Facility – Newark, NJ

6:00am-2:30pm

What we are looking for

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have completed 24 college credits with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better
• Will be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school for fall
• Successful completion of a substance abuse test is required
• Successful completion of a background check is required
• Reliable transportation is required
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and customer service skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and presentation)
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required)
• Ability to exhibit proper business etiquette when dealing with all levels of the organization
• Previous work experience in a retail environment is beneficial
• Must have flexibility with regard to schedule which can include coverage for a 7-day work week, weekends, holidays, vacations and peak volume weeks (interns will work 40 hours per week)

Company Perks

• Vibrant Food Centric Culture
• Corporate Training and Development University
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Educational Workshops
• Networking Opportunities
• Volunteer Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits:

First year Wakefern Supply Chain/Logistic Interns will be paid at $18.00 per hour. Master Students and Returning Wakefern Supply Chain/Logistic Interns will be paid at $19.00 per hour. Interns are not eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off and holidays.

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative Members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, Di Bruno Bros.®, Morton Williams® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative Members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

About You

Summary

As a member of the Transportation Safety Department, you will be responsible for monitoring and managing compliance, safety, accountability (CSA) performance and ensuring all corrective actions are taken as a result of roadside inspections. Overseeing accident investigations, along with documenting investigation findings. Initiating and maintaining all U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) mandated paperwork for the fleet. Driver hiring and maintaining qualification files in accordance with FMCSA guidelines. Conducting driver safety meetings. Interacting with Dispatch, Fleet Maintenance and Risk Management. Monitoring hours of service (HOS) compliance and provide refresher training as needed.

Essential Functions

The core functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Initiate and maintain all U.S. Department of Transportation mandated paperwork to include; driver qualification file, annual review, DOT physical, Commercial Driver License.
• Monitor and manage driver safety performance such as HOS compliance, DriveCam review and coaching, CSA compliance and ensure all corrective action is taken as a result of roadside inspections.
• Accident investigation, documentation and participate in determining the ruling of preventable or non-preventable, post-accident counselling, refresher training.
• Driver retention and new hire. Verify qualification in accordance with our driver hiring guidelines. Initiate and process all new hire paperwork, to include the Department of Transportation’s PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program), Clearing House validation and maintain driver files.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by actively monitoring driver's license status, medical certificates and ensure DOT random drug testing quota is met.
• Ensure all equipment meets regulatory requirements (registration, annual inspection, insurance and internal record keeping).
• Interact with dispatch personnel to ensure drivers are always in compliance with all regulations.
• Interact with Fleet Maintenance regarding vehicle inspections, equipment compliance, and damages.
• Interact with stores regarding any safety issues involving our drivers, equipment, or store property. Remedy such issues.
• Research motorist complaints, interact with the motorist to provide a timely response, present and confront the driver with the complaint.
• Research and interact with Fleet Maintenance and Accounting regarding damage to our equipment caused by third party motor carriers or vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, economics, finance or marketing. Certifications in Supply Chain Management, OSHA, Safety and Compliance; a plus.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of supervisory experience in Transportation Safety & Compliance
• Working knowledge of FMCSA Rules and Regulations, CSA and HOS
• Working knowledge of Accident Investigation & Reconstruction
• CSP certification preferred
• Substance Abuse Training Certification
• Detail oriented multi-tasker with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and transportation compliance regulations.
• Advanced personal computer skills including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Effective communication skills to include both verbal and written communication. Ability to present to varied audiences, such as executive leadership or Members. Shares information and knowledge in support of the team and organization’s success.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Ability to balance prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and standing at a counter while working on a computer
• Ability to move efficiently between inbound and outbound work stations
• Ability to travel to various transportation terminal locations for site visits
• Ability to do yard walks and perform hands on equipment inspections
• Flexibility with regard to working hours, shift rotations, work locations, weekends, overtime, and holidays in a 24/7 Sunday thru Saturday operation. Split work week is required (Any 5 out of 7) and days off will be based on business need and may not include traditional Saturday/Sunday off days.

Leadership Competencies

• Think Strategically: Create a compelling vision, develop a strategy and empower others to achieve it
• Influence Others: The ability to effectively collaborate, inspire, persuade and align others
• Drive Change: Create the vision and drive the momentum for change
• Talent Planning: Build organizational and associate capability to achieve business goals
• Take Accountability: Drive a culture of ownership throughout the organization
• Inclusive Leadership: Role model inclusive leadership to leverage diversity

Core Competencies

• Communicate Effectively: Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two-way communication.
• Build Relationships: Creates cross functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships.
• Stay Competitive: Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work.
• Embrace Change: Looks for new ways of working by supporting advancements in processes and technology.
• Develop You: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth.
• Drive for Results: Supports divisional and strategic objectives through achievement of work goals.

Company Perks

• Vibrant Food Centric Culture
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision package
• Competitive Salary and Paid Time Off
• Fitness Reimbursement and Well-Being Program
• Corporate Training and Development University
• Collaborative team environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K
• Matching Gifts and Community Volunteer Involvement

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $69,004 to $90,324. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.