Forklift Operator

sysco; Town of Texas, Atlanta (WI, GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

US1142 Buckhead Meat of Dallas, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support loading, unloading, depal, receiving, put-away, and order selection under PWMs.

You will work in freezer, cooler, and dry areas, with extreme temperatures, following safety and productivity targets. Responsibilities include moving pallets with MHE, performing forklift operations, inspecting for damage, replenishing stock, and maintaining clean work areas.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a functional capacity test.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must communicate effectively with supervision, management and co-workers.
• Must observe and communicate observations about equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Follow warehouse management system directed tasking to transport pallets of product safely between staging areas following PWMs.
• Put away product using MHE, primarily a reach forklift.
• Inspect product for shortages, damage, quality, or deterioration and report to supervisor.
• Replenish product to full pallet or hand stack location from reserve location following directed tasking and PWMs.
• Remove shrink wrap, bands or tape when placing a pallet into a selection location.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Forklift experience

MHE operation

RF scanner

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reach truck

Forklift operator training

Job description

Company

US1142 Buckhead Meat of Dallas, Inc.

Sales Territory

None

Zip Code

75237

Travel Percentage

0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco's actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Summary

Responsible for all general warehouse functions including loading, unloading, manual depal, receiving, put-a-way, pulls and replenishments, and selection of product when qualified and as needed in accordance with Preferred Work Methods (PWMs). Each function requires specific equipment and/or process certification. Requires working in freezer, cooler and dry warehouse environments with extreme cold and/or warm temperatures. Performs all duties safely, accurately and meets set productivity standards and goals

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow warehouse management system directed tasking to transport pallets of product safely between staging areas (docks, pack/holds, manual depal area and storage areas (rack) following established PWMs.
• Put away product using material handling equipment (MHE), primarily a reach forklift.
• Inspect product being moved for shortages, damage, quality, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
• Replenish product to full pallet or hand stack pick location/slot from reserve location following directed tasking and established PWMs.
• Remove shrink wrap, bands or tape when placing a pallet into a selection location (for replenishments).
• Ensure pallets are secured with shrink wrap for effective delivery to a door or staging area and to rack storage (for puts).
• When carrying multiple pallets, pallet with heavier items should be transported on the bottom and pallet with lighter items should be placed on the top to prevent damage to lighter product.
• Deliver stacked pallets to assigned area on loading dock in an effort to ensure that products are accurately staged and can be systematically loaded.
• Must successfully complete the forklift operator certification process and testing and be able to perform the PWMs.
• Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage (product loss).
• Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
• Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
• Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
• Use warehouse computers and RF equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
• Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. OSHA {Occupational Health and Safety Administration}, HACCP {Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points}, etc.).
• Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
• Performs other warehouse duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a functional capacity test.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervision, management and co-workers.
• Must be able to observe and to communicate those observations verbally and in written form to others responsible for the equipment operation and maintenance.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; six months previous forklift experience required .
• Reach truck experience preferred.
• Material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Crown and/or Raymond reach truck experience a plus.

Language Skills

• Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Must have ability to read and write simple correspondence.
• Must have ability to speak effectively in one-on-one and in a small group situations and to respond to questions from managers, associates, and peers.

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