Forklift Operator 2nd-Shift – SYGMA – US

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food distribution industry is seeking a Warehouse Equipment Operator. The role involves operating and maintaining warehouse equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in product flow. Candidates should have warehouse experience and strong interpersonal skills. Physical demands include lifting up to 100 pounds and adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience.
• Pass mandatory ergonomics testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as tugs, forklifts, and pallet jacks safely.
• Maintain and clean assigned equipment; report service needs.
• Follow safety, regulation, and sanitation policies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Numerical Data Interpretation

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This role involves operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activities and performing related duties as required. It also includes controlling the flow of products being received into the warehouse.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate equipment such as tugs, forklifts, and pallet jacks following safety rules and practices to minimize accidents and injuries.
• Ensure assigned equipment is maintained and clean; report any repair or service needs to the manager to prevent damage.
• Follow all safety, regulation, and sanitation policies to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
• Use horns when operating equipment in obstructed or walkway areas to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Plug equipment into power sources when not in use to keep it operational.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience.

Requirements

• Pass mandatory ergonomics testing.

Professional Skills

• Knowledge of Sysco safety and security policies, warehouse equipment, and operation.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate numerical data.
• Efficiently manage work time.
• Adhere to procedures and policies.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Identify and resolve problems.
• Manage stress and pressure in deadline-driven environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements include standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing. Regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Visual acuity for close and distance vision is also required.