ISM-St. Louis, Inc.

Ever wonder how thousands of products reach the aisles of your local Schnucks? Join us for this unique look behind the curtain and see the supply chain in action as this distribution center supports 113 Schnucks stores.

Attire
Closed-toe shoes are required to enter the warehouse floor/ production areas. No sandals, slingbacks, or mules are permitted. The warehouse is cold. You will want to wear clothes appropriate for spending at least 20 minutes in a 34-degree temperature building. We will supply safety vests. Cell phone usage is prohibited on the warehouse floor and in all production areas.

Location
8500 Scudder Avenue
Kinloch, MO 63140 

Directions
If you have a GPS and put this address in, you will come straight to the second gate. Please do not enter at the first entrance with the guard house.

There will be a call button that will need to be pressed to gain entry. Press the call button, announce your name, and we will let you in.

You may park anywhere on the lot. Once parked, enter the building at the far left labeled “Schnucks Produce Buying Team”.

See below for additional direction information.

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