Inbound Forklift Operator

Sysco; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshPoint Chicago, a Sysco company, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to receive and put away inbound produce and ensure proper rotation. You will operate powered industrial equipment safely, maintain clean work areas, and account for incoming products. This on-site role requires strong English communication and basic warehouse experience.

Starting pay is $23.24/hour. The position supports efficient inventory flow and adherence to safety and sanitation standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have basic reading and writing skills in English and good communication.
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience with stand-up forklift and pallet jack preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and puts away all inbound produce.
• Ensures product is put away in proper rotation (FIFO).
• Operate powered industrial equipment safely.
• Keep pallets clear of tape, wrap, or wires and remove empty pallets as needed.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area.
• Account for received product.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Riding pallet jack

RF scanners

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for putting away inbound produce.

Job Summary

Responsible for putting away inbound produce. Summer is her, come start a new Career with FreshPoint Chicago. Starting Pay $23.24/hour

Responsibilities

• Receives and puts away all inbound produce.
• Ensures product is put away in proper rotation (FIFO).
• Safe operation of powered industrial equipment.
• Ensures selection slots are properly stocked with the product always keeps pallets free from tape, wrap or wires and remove empty pallets as needed.
• Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.
• Accounting for the received product.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Education

• Prefer High School or GED

Experience

• Six (6) months experience in a warehouse.
• Six (6) months experience of proficiently utilizing a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack preferred.
• Basic knowledge of fresh produce preferred.
• Experience in replenishment, cycling of product, RF (radio frequency) scanners and other returns related functions preferred.

Skills

• Must have strong reading, writing, and be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to perform work assignments at an acceptable productivity level.
• Able to effectively communicate and interact with others in a professional manner.

Physical Demand

• Stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, turn the body, and walk.
• Lift and move cases (selecting a product and placing on a pallet) ranging in weight up to 75 lbs continuously to and from heights ranging from floor to knee, waist, shoulder, and overhead.
• Use hands and fingers to peel and stick labels on cases.
• Handle and feel objects and/or equipment controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Must have the ability to talk and hear; must be able to hear warning horns on moving machinery and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must exhibit a high level of endurance, energy, and strength to successfully perform the position.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in confined spaces