Forklift Operator, Inbound

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Palmetto (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to operate and maintain equipment in a fast-paced environment. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient flow of products within the warehouse while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with warehouse operations and stand-up forklifts, demonstrating strong problem-solving and communication skills. Join a team that values safety and efficiency, and contribute to a vital part of the supply chain in a dynamic workplace where your skills will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 2 years of warehouse experience and 1 year of Stand-Up Forklift experience required.
• Must pass mandatory ergonomics testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is clean and report maintenance needs.
• Follow safety rules to prevent accidents and injuries.

Skills

Warehouse Experience

Stand-Up Forklift Operation

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Mathematical Calculations

Ability to Follow Procedures

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Tugs

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This role operates and maintains equipment associated with warehouse activity and performs other related duties as required. Control flow of products being received into the warehouse.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conform to appropriate equipment (i.e., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries.
2. Guarantee that assigned equipment is maintained and clean; report repair or service needs to the manager to reduce equipment damage.
3. Observe all safety rules, regulations, and sanitation policies to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
4. Use equipment horns when driving out of storage areas, into obstructed view areas, and when entering walkways or row intersections to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
5. Plug equipment into a power source when not in use to ensure the availability of fully operational equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

1. 2 years of warehouse experience required.
2. 1 year of Stand-Up Forklift Experience required.

Requirement

1. Pass mandatory ergonomics testing.

Professional Skills

1. Working knowledge of Sysco safety and security policies, equipment associated with warehouse activities and the operation of the equipment.
2. Demonstrated ability to disseminate numerical data.
3. Manage work time efficiently.
4. Follow procedures and policies.
5. Perform basic mathematical calculations.
6. Identify and solve problems.
7. Must be able to manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere.
8. Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk and hear.
2. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
3. Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.