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Truck Unloader (4am Start)

Hartland, MI · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Hartland, MI Part time R000693611 As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership ...

Truck Unloader (4am Start)

Hartland, MI

$14 - $17.50/hr

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development.

Use pallet jack equipment to assemble customer orders while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Deliver product to the required area. Pay: $19.00-21.00 ...

Grocery Stocking, 4am Start

Standale, MI

$14.25 - $17/hr

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development.

Order Selector - 4AM Start

Fontana, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $19.75/hr

Operate electric pallet jack ride-along equipment (single and double) to pick, build, and transport customer orders. Perform required pre-use safety inspections on electric pallet jacks and other ...

Grocery Clerk, 4am Start

Standale, MI · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development.

Warehouse Inventory Associate (4am start)

Ashland, VA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Description: Reports to - Inventory Supervisor Job Summary: The Inventory Associate will be responsible for all activities relating to inventory management and control in our main distribution center.

$25 - $29/hr

Job Title: (6 PM Start) Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician (4AM Start) Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94128 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $25.00 - 29.00 per hour About us Since ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for 4am start in the United States is $16.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 4am start?

A 4AM Start job is a role that requires employees to begin their work shift at 4:00 AM. These jobs are common in industries like retail, logistics, healthcare, and food service, where early morning preparation is essential. Workers in these roles may handle stocking shelves, preparing food, or processing deliveries before the business opens to the public. Early start times often mean finishing earlier in the day, which can provide more daytime flexibility. These positions may also come with shift differentials or other incentives for working non-traditional hours.

What are the typical work hours and expectations for a 4am start position?

A 4Am Start position typically requires employees to begin their scheduled shifts at 4:00 a.m., which may include working during early mornings and occasionally on weekends or holidays. The early start allows workers to help prepare operations for the day, often in environments like warehouses, logistics, manufacturing, or food distribution. Depending on the employer, shifts can last between 6–10 hours and may involve both independent tasks and teamwork to meet productivity goals. While the early hours can be challenging, many employees find that afternoon finishes allow for greater flexibility in their personal schedules. Being consistently punctual and alert during these hours is crucial to ensure smooth operations and maintain team efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 4am start position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a 4Am Start position, you need reliability, punctuality, and the ability to perform physically or mentally demanding tasks early in the morning, often without direct supervision. Experience with time-tracking systems, warehouse management software, or relevant industry tools may be required depending on the specific job. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a positive attitude make candidates stand out in these roles. These qualities are essential for maintaining productivity, meeting operational deadlines, and ensuring smooth transitions between shifts.

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Truck Unloader (4am Start)

Meijer

Hartland, MI • On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Meijer rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 1,650 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Hartland, MI

Part time

R000693611

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

  • Weekly pay

  • Scheduling flexibility

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid education assistance

  • Team member discount

  • Development programs for advancement and career growth

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

Responsible for delivering remarkable customer service by providing customers with exceptional product knowledge, efficient service and a friendly attitude; will be exposed to a variety of retail tasks related to product, customer service and merchandising.

Feed your community. Grow your career.

At Meijer, we’re a family company that serves people and communities. When you join our team, you’re not just filling shelves, you’re helping families put food on their tables and creating moments of connection every day.

If you enjoy working with food, helping customers, and staying active in a fast‑paced environment, this role could be a great fit.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We invest in you—because when our team thrives, our communities do too.

  • Weekly pay

  • Team member discount

  • 401(k) with company contributions

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid education assistance

  • Development programs for advancement and career growth

  • Paid family care leave

  • Medical/dental/vision

  • And more!

What You’ll Do

As a Food Clerk, you play a key role in creating a fresh, welcoming, and well‑run store experience within our Fresh departments.

You’ll:

  • Build positive connections with customers and teammates

  • Share product knowledge and help customers find what they need

  • Maintain full, fresh, and visually appealing product displays

  • Stock, rotate, and merchandise product according to standards

  • Use technology to complete tasks efficiently and accurately

  • Follow food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures

  • Work across departments including Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Produce and Grocery

  • Support other tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly

Every shift, your work helps keep our store running smoothly and our customers coming back.

What You Bring

  • A friendly, customer‑first mindset

  • Strong listening and communication skills

  • Comfort learning and using job‑specific technology

  • Attention to detail and ability to stay organized

  • Ability to follow processes and safety standards

  • Calm, focused approach in a fast‑paced environment

  • Willingness to be physically active, including lifting, bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods

  • A passion in working with customers every day

  • Previous retail or food service experience is helpful, but not required

  • You have the ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting, bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods

We opened our doors more than 90 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we’re a multi-billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 270 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected classification. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application, please click here to submit your request . Submissions that are not seeking help to complete the application due to a disability will not be responded to.


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About Meijer

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Meijer is a family business. We believe in treating each other with dignity and respect. We are committed to strengthening the communities we serve. Retailing is a fast-paced business that demands continuous improvement. Meijer is committed to keeping our competitive spirit strong and staying nimble and flexible to win in the marketplace.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Grand Rapids, MI, US