Receiving & Stockflow Specialist (Forklift)

Sprouts Farmers Market; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sick time plan

Vacation accrual plan

Opportunities for career growth

15% employee discount for you and one+

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(K) retirement savings with company

Company paid life insurance

Contests and appreciation events

Job summary

Sprouts Farmers Market is hiring a Backup Receiver in California to handle receiving paperwork and to operate equipment such as balers, compactors, and forklifts safely. You will help maximize sales by following proper receiving procedures and keep the receiving area clean.

The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs., moving products up to 30 feet, and using a pallet jack for up to 1000 lbs. Flexibility with schedule and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age; possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Report receiving discrepancies to Managers and Buyer(s) to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications.
• Attends all applicable trainings, and be able to use or be certified in the use of appropriate equipment needed for store or facility.
• Ability to work independently yet have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with other team members and Store leadership and is able to knowledgeably communicate with service vendors.
• This position requires moving/transferring product weighing up to 60 lbs., from 5” to 56”, for up to 30 feet for up to 30 hours without mechanical assistance.
• Must use pallet jack to transfer product weighing up to 1000 lbs., for up to 150 feet for up to 40 hours.
• Vision required for reviewing invoices and monitoring incoming product.
• Ability to perform simple math operations and to multi-task, and basic computer knowledge.
• Is able to execute other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Receiving responsibilities and paperwork handling.
• Operate machinery including baler, compactor, and forklift in a safe, proper manner.
• Maximize sales potential through proper receiving procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the receiving area.

Skills

Dependable

Communicate effectively

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Physically capable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sprouts Farmers Market is hiring a Backup Receiver in California to handle receiving paperwork and to operate equipment such as balers, compactors, and forklifts safely. You will help maximize sales by following proper receiving procedures and keep the receiving area clean.

The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs., moving products up to 30 feet, and using a pallet jack for up to 1000 lbs. Flexibility with schedule and strong teamwork are essential.