Inbound Forklift Operator

sysco; Arkansas; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Warehouse Associate responsible for operating and maintaining warehouse equipment and ensuring safe, efficient handling of products. You will contribute to accurate flow control of goods entering the warehouse and support daily operations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of warehouse experience, pass ergonomics testing, and demonstrate strong attention to safety, data accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of warehouse experience.
• Pass mandatory ergonomics testing.
• Demonstrated ability to disseminate numerical data.
• Must follow procedures and policies.
• Must manage the pressures of a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain warehouse equipment (tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) per rules to reduce accidents.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and clean; report repair needs to manager.
• Observe safety rules, regulations and sanitation policies; minimize incidents and equipment damage.
• Use equipment horns when navigating storage areas and intersections to prevent incidents.
• Connect equipment to power sources when not in use to ensure readiness.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Time management

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Job description

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

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

• Conform to appropriate equipment (i.e., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries.
• Guarantee that assigned equipment is maintained and clean; report repair or service needs to the manager to reduce equipment damage.
• Observe all safety rules, regulations, and sanitation policies to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
• 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.
• Plug equipment into a power source when not in use to ensure the availability of fully operational equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 2 years of warehouse experience.

Requirement

• Pass mandatory ergonomics testing.

Professional Skills

• Working knowledge of Sysco safety and security policies, equipment associated with warehouse activities and the operation of the equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to disseminate numerical data.
• Manage work time efficiently.
• Follow procedures and policies.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Identify and solve problems.
• Must be able to manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere.
• 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.

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.

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

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.

BENEFITS INFORMATION

For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

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