Cold-Storage Layer Picker & Forklift Operator

Sysco Corp.; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corp. is seeking a warehouse associate to build, stage and load pallets in a freezer/cooler/dry environment. The role requires forklift operation, use of RF equipment, and adherence to PWMs and safety rules.

Responsibilities include layer picking, moving products with MHE, inspecting quality, labeling pallets, and ensuring accurate staging at loading docks. Certification on MHE is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential duties safely.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must pass a functional capacity test.
• Certification on material handling equipment is required, or the ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Layer Picking (Forklift Operator): follow PWMs to transport pallets between staging areas.
• Pull / Put away product using MHE, primarily a reach forklift.
• Inspect product for shortages, damage, or quality issues and report to supervisor.
• Build Ti/Hi pallets, label quantities and verify product for layer pick.
• Deliver stacked pallets to loading dock and ensure accurate staging for loading.
• Complete forklift operator certification process and perform PWMs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety compliance

RF scanner

Warehousing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF equipment

MHE (forklift)

Job description

Sysco Corp. is seeking a warehouse associate to build, stage and load pallets in a freezer/cooler/dry environment. The role requires forklift operation, use of RF equipment, and adherence to PWMs and safety rules.

Responsibilities include layer picking, moving products with MHE, inspecting quality, labeling pallets, and ensuring accurate staging at loading docks. Certification on MHE is required or obtainable.