Warehouse Oddball Picker (uses Cherry Picker forklift) $20/hr

United Distributors; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading beverage wholesaler as a Warehouse Oddball Picker in Savannah. This role involves selecting and preparing products for shipment while operating essential equipment like cherry pickers and pallet jacks. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values safety, efficiency, and attention to detail. With a focus on maintaining inventory accuracy and a clean workspace, this position offers a great opportunity to grow within a family-owned business that has thrived for generations. If you're ready to contribute to a vibrant workplace, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience operating cherry pickers and forklifts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Selecting wine, beer, and spirits for shipment.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Warehouse Experience

Operating Electric Pallet Jack

Attention to Detail

Basic Math Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cherry Picker

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

Warehouse Oddball Picker (uses Cherry Picker forklift) $20/hr

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About United

United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in Georgia and Alabama. With leadership from the Hertz family, it is one of the few family businesses to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The company focuses on growth, leveraging market advantages, and recognizing synergies across alcohol categories to expand its product portfolio and business in Georgia and beyond.

Role Overview

The Oddball Picker is responsible for selecting wine, beer, and spirits, preparing items for shipment according to order labels, and operating electric pallet jacks and cherry pickers. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe environment, meeting productivity goals, and following company policies to ensure safety and security. Specific duties will vary by workstation.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred
• Six months of operating an electric pallet jack required
• Experience operating a cherry picker, forklift, and power equipment preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Label boxes in wave sequence
• Identify product descriptions and item numbers quickly and accurately
• Pick oddball pallets in wave sequence using company equipment
• Ensure loads are properly stacked, secured, and stable
• Report low inventory to the Warehouse Area Manager
• Operate conveyor lines safely and shut down in emergencies
• Maintain inventory records for control, rotation, and security
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently
• Report safety or mechanical issues promptly
• Keep the facility clean, organized, and safe
• Assist in other zones and maintain warehouse security
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Competencies and Skills

• Change, professionalism, communication, relationships, self-awareness, dependability, time management, positive attitude, flexibility, results-driven
• Attention to detail, basic math, learning company technology, inventory and quality control, use of computerized devices

Working Conditions

• Work at heights with safety harnesses when operating cherry pickers or power equipment
• Work in non-temperature controlled environments with heat, humidity, and weather exposure
• Occasional work in refrigerated areas
• Moderate to loud noise levels, dust, and fumes from equipment

Physical Requirements

• Regular attendance required
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts frequently
• Stand, walk, reach, lift (up to 65 lbs), and perform overhead lifting
• Vision abilities include close and distance vision, and distance judgment

We are a Drug-Free Workplace. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] or call 800-381-9947.