Inbound Forklift Operator, Days

Sysco; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco in Laurel, MD is seeking a warehouse associate responsible for receiving and putting away inbound produce, ensuring proper FIFO rotation and safe operation of powered equipment.

You will stock selection slots, keep pallets clear of tape and wrap, perform routine sanitation, and assist with product accounting; other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in a warehouse.
• Six months experience operating a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack preferred.
• Basic knowledge of fresh produce preferred.
• Experience in replenishment, product cycling, RF scanners and returns related tasks preferred.
• Must have strong reading, writing, and be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

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 and pallets are free from tape, wrap or wires; remove empty pallets as needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitation of the work area.
• Accounting for the received product.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Reading and writing

Productivity

Professional communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for putting away inbound produce.

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