Receiver (Nights) - SYGMA - Burlington, KY

FreshPoint Oahu, Ltd. (FreshPoint Hawaii, LLC); Kentucky; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

US3594 Sygma Kentucky is seeking a warehouse associate to handle loading, unloading, put-away, replenishments, and order selection per PWMs. The role involves working in freezer, cooler, and dry environments with extreme temperatures and requires safe operation of forklifts and RF scanners.

Responsibilities include receiving, data entry, inventory accuracy, temperature checks, and adherence to safety policies. Prior warehouse experience and MHE familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; six months warehouse experience and/or training preferred.
• Material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Reach truck experience preferred; Crown/Raymond reach truck experience a plus.
• Ability to work in freezer/cooler and dry environments with extreme temperatures as per PWMs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pallets received meet defined requirements.
• Enter/scan item receipt data (LPN, catch-weight, mfg date, expiration date) into WMS using RF equipment.
• Record item counts and weights against bills of lading and invoices in the WMS.
• Inspect product for shortages, damage, quality, or deterioration and report to supervisor.
• Record all overages, shortages and damages on the OS&D form.
• Verify temperatures for refrigerated/frozen items and follow PWMs for out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Record vendor compliance issues during receipt using the vendor compliance form.
• Apply blind LPNs when license plates aren’t provided.
• Ensure proper operation of dock doors, plates, lights and locks; report needs to supervisor.
• Complete receiving certification process and testing.
• Collaborate with supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage.
• Maintain neatness and cleanliness of work areas and travel aisles; ensure accurate warehouse locations.
• Report unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
• Enforce safety rules to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Operate MHE (forklifts, pallet jacks) safely and efficiently; perform daily inspections for maintenance.
• Follow PWMs; observe proper lifting techniques.
• Keep MHE clean and report repairs to supervisor to minimize downtime.
• Use warehouse computers and RF equipment safely; comply with company policies.
• Comply with applicable state/federal laws and food safety requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reach truck experience

Crown reach truck experience

Raymond reach truck experience

Material handling equipment experience

Job description

Company: US3594 Sygma Kentucky (The Sygma Network, Inc)

Sales Territory: None

Zip Code: 41005

Travel Percentage: 0

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

SUMMARY

Responsible for all general warehouse functions including loading, unloading, manual depal, receiving, put-a-way, pulls and replenishments, and selection of product when qualified and as needed in accordance with Preferred Work Methods (PWMs). Each function requires specific equipment and/or process certification. Requires working in freezer, cooler and dry warehouse environments with extreme cold and/or warm temperatures. Performs all duties safely, accurately and meets set productivity standards and goals

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure pallets received meet defined requirements.
• Enter/scan accurately upon item receipt the LPN (license plate number), catch-weight, manufacture date, expiration date, etc. into the warehouse management system utilizing RF equipment.
• Ensure all item information is appropriately recorded into the warehouse management system by verifying and entering piece count and weights against bills of lading, invoices and other records.
• Inspect product being moved for shortages, damage, quality, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
• Record all overages, shortages and damages on the OS&D form.
• Verify refrigerated (cooler) and frozen product temperatures are taken according to established PWMs. Follow temperature abuse process and established PWMs if product temperature is out of accepted tolerance range.
• Record and communicate vendor compliance issues by completing the vendor compliance form during receipt according to established PWMs.
• Apply blind LPNs according to established PWMs if manufacturer hasn't provided license plates.
• Ensure proper operation of dock doors, plates, lights and locks. Report repair or service needs to supervisor to avoid damage or an unsafe condition.
• Must successfully complete the receiving certification process and testing.
• Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage (product loss).
• Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
• Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
• Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
• Use warehouse computers and RF equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
• Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. OSHA {Occupational Health and Safety Administration}, HACCP {Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points}, etc.).
• Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
• Performs other warehouse duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a functional capacity test.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervision, management and co-workers.
• Must be able to observe and to communicate those observations verbally and in written form to others responsible for the equipment operation and maintenance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; six months previous warehouse experience and/or training preferred.
• Material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Reach truck experience preferred.
• Crown and/or Raymond reach truck experience a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Must have ability to read and write simple correspondence.
• Must have ability to speak effectively in one-on-one and in a small group situat