Forklift Operator

SpartanNash • San Antonio, TX

1d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! Location: 2330 Roosevelt Ave - San Antonio, Texas 78210 Position Summary: Responsible to operate a forklift to move, load, unload, relocate and stack merchandise. Responsible for pulling and staging orders for deliver; unload inbound and load outbound shipments and move products to dispersing trailers. Responsible for safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and maintain facility's equipment in a neat, clean, and orderly manner. Schedule: Sunday - Friday (off Sat and rotating day during the week) Start Time: 6:00 AM to Finish Pay: $20/Hour

Requirements

• One-year prior warehouse/distribution experience.
• Must be certified, or willing to obtain and maintain certification, on all required powered industrial equipment such as forklift, electric pallet jack, long-tongued electric pallet jack and high-extender high lift.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation in the conditions specified for 8 - 10-hour shifts.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, day and evening hours, and overtime as assigned.
• Must understand and be able to communicate in English, including but not limited to, reading and interpreting order forms and selection labels.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills are required.
• Must be able to follow verbal (oral) and written instructions.
• Must be able to use computerized forklift (read screen/display), understand warehouse location diagram and use radio frequency (RF) unit to designate product locations.
• Ability to use computer barcode scanning equipment.
• Must be able to use computer to access the Warehouse Management System (WMS) program and troubleshoot product location.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced warehouse operation.
• Able to safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks and other material handling/industrial equipment.
• Must follow safe working practices in accordance with Company safety policies and practices.
• Ability to work in multi-temperature areas as assigned (e.g., freezer, coolers, dry conditions).
• Must report for work regularly and on time, as scheduled.
• Must be able to take direction from supervisor(s) and works well with others.
• Must work well under pressure, and is able to organize and prioritize work assignments, and meet established deadlines.
• Must perform assigned tasks accurately and completely.
• Must be flexible and able to handle changes in work requirements productively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product movement to designated slot location in a timely, accurate and efficient manner per Company standards and without damage to product or equipment.
• Move or otherwise handle cases, boxes, bags, and/or pallets of dry groceries, frozen foods, dairy products, produce, poultry, fish, beef, pork and/or tobacco products and related products as identified on order forms, in the quantities specified.
• Shipping Forklift Operator: Responsible to perform letdowns in the correct sequence using radio frequency (RF) computer on forklift.
• Receiving Forklift Operator: Responsible for product put-away in appropriate locations based on Warehouse Management System (WMS) selection using radio frequency (RF) computer on forklift.
• Ensure products are placed and stacked correctly between selection and reserve location, and product is available for letdowns in the pick rotation or available for selection and shipment accordingly.
• Work with warehouse supervisor and review Warehouse Management System (WMS) to determine and troubleshoot product location issues and inaccuracies.
• Operate power industrial equipment such as a forklift, long-tongued electric pallet jack, high-extender high-lift and other moving equipment (i.e., walkers).
• Lift products weighing between 30-60 lbs. frequently and products weighing up to 75 lbs. occasionally, while ensuring and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by properly disposing of pallet boards, wood chips, and other trash, etc. and ensuring any spills are cleaned up quickly and according to safety guidelines.
• Conduct inspections of powered industrial equipment as required, using a safety checklist, to ensure such equipment is in good working order.
• Report damage products and quality issues and notify supervisor of out-of-stock or low volume product(s).
• Participate in product selection, put-away and rotation of products and perform other duties as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

• As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
• SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging.
• We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
• We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed