Stocker NON-FLO

Pitco Foods; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

PITCO Foods in San Jose, CA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to stock and straighten merchandise in the warehouse and provide prompt customer service to members, employees and suppliers. You will operate pallet jacks and forklifts, pull items from pallets, and ensure safety and inventory procedures are followed.

This role offers physical work, possible overtime, and a collaborative team environment. Requirements include lifting up to 65 lb, ability to stand for long periods, and a willingness to

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Bi-lingual is a plus but not required
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 65 lbs.
• Must pass Background Check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Pitco Foods participates in E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt and courteous customer service to members, employees and suppliers. Helps our members to load items into their cart, vehicles and directs them to merchandise.
• Communicates with supervisors and managers to determine merchandising plan and priorities.
• Stocks shelve, aligns merchandise, collects and returns stray items.
• Cuts boxes for display / accessibility of the merchandise and cuts twine and shrink wrap from pallet. Marks merchandise as needed.
• Moves and positions pallets of merchandise. Stacks merchandise from partial pallets onto full pallets. Checks for correct merchandise signs.
• Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from aisles.
• Operates pallet jack, forklift, cardboard baler, and trash compactors in a safe manner, keeping away from front end and customer foot / vehicle traffic. Rewraps loose merchandise. Placing trash in the appropriate location.
• Follows all safety and security procedures. Spots for forklift drivers to keep people out of fall danger zones.
• Follows all established inventory preparation guidelines and requirements.
• Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Member service

Self-motivated

Team player

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

PITCO Foods is a large independent foodservice distributor in Northern California. Based in San Jose, CA, PITCO also has distribution centers in Brisbane, Oakland, and Sacramento

POSITION SUMMARY

Stocks and straightens merchandise for sale in the warehouse. Clears and cleans aisles of empty pallets and debris. Provides prompt and courteous customer service to members, employees and suppliers. Follows proper safety procedures and standards.

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides prompt and courteous customer service to members, employees and suppliers. Helps our members to load items into their cart, vehicles and directs them to merchandise.
• Communicates with supervisors and managers to determine merchandising plan and priorities.
• Stocks shelve, aligns merchandise, collects and returns stray items.
• Cuts boxes for display / accessibility of the merchandise and cuts twine and shrink wrap from pallet. Marks merchandise as needed.
• Moves and positions pallets of merchandise. Stacks merchandise from partial pallets onto full pallets. Checks for correct merchandise signs.
• Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from aisles.
• Operates pallet jack, forklift, cardboard baler, and trash compactors in a safe manner, keeping away from front end and customer foot / vehicle traffic. Rewraps loose merchandise. Placing trash in the appropriate location.
• Follows all safety and security procedures. Spots for forklift drivers to keep people out of fall danger zones.
• Follows all established inventory preparation guidelines and requirements.
• Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Communication – Articulates information in a way that can be easily understood by employees, members, and suppliers. Actively listens to fellow employees, members, and managers.
• Member Service – Exhibits a professional demeanor toward others. Unselfishly serves others and assists members, employees, and suppliers in a prompt and effective manner while following company procedures. Ability to identify problems, finds solutions, and makes sound decisions that reflect PITCO Food’s Code of Ethics.
• Self-Motivated – Well-organized and able to prioritize, multi-task, and adhere to deadlines while working efficiently and independently with minimal supervision. Accepts responsibility for his/her choices and decisions. Always maintains a positive attitude.
• Team Player – Cooperates well with a variety of personalities and individuals and participates in a professional manner to accomplish the business goal. Willingness to perform tasks assigned by supervisors and to assist others as needed.
• Flexibility – Adjusts positively to change in direction or assignment. Ability to do more than one task during a work shift. Willingness and ability to comply with new programs, methods, practices, and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Due to forklifts and other heavy equipment traveling through the store, the environment can be noisy and dusty, and may emit gas fumes.
• Doors at the front are frequently open, causing drafts and interior temperature changes.
• May have to handle merchandise and work with sharp tool edges.
• Standing and walking for long periods of time on concrete surface.
• Some overtime may be required.
• Tools, supplies and related merchandise may contain hazardous materials.
• Hours may vary due to operational need.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Bi-lingual is a plus but not required
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 65 lbs.
• Must pass Background Check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Pitco Foods participates in E-Verify.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Other Skills and Abilities

• Required bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling and moving items with need to lift and move bulky and heavy items without assistance up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Basic math skills and legible handwriting

PAY RATE: $19.00 - $21.00

Pitco Foods is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.