Forklift Operator
Sysco
About The Position
The Forklift Operator is responsible for putting away inbound produce. The role receives and stores produce, maintains proper product rotation, operates powered industrial equipment safely, and helps keep selection slots stocked. It also includes accounting for received product and cleaning and sanitizing the work area. This is a full-time, day-shift opportunity with an hourly pay rate of $18.00. The job is based in a warehouse environment where employees must be able to work in confined spaces.
Requirements
- Six months of warehouse experience.
- Strong reading and writing skills and fluency in spoken English.
- Ability to perform work assignments at an acceptable productivity level.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with others in a professional manner.
- Ability to stand for extended periods; bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, turn, and walk.
- Ability to lift and move cases weighing up to 75 pounds continuously from floor level to overhead.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to peel and apply case labels, handle objects and equipment controls, and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to talk and hear, including hearing warning horns on moving machinery and equipment.
- Close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
- High endurance, energy, and strength to perform the job.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Six months of experience proficiently using a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack preferred.
- Basic knowledge of fresh produce preferred.
- Experience in replenishment, product cycling, RF scanners, and other returns-related functions preferred.
Responsibilities
- Receive and put away all inbound produce.
- Ensure product is stored in proper rotation using FIFO.
- Operate powered industrial equipment safely.
- Keep selection slots properly stocked; keep pallets free of tape, wrap, or wires; and remove empty pallets as needed.
- Clean and sanitize the work area.
- Account for received product.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits; details are available at SyscoBenefits.com.
- Eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
