Forklift Operator - Mid - Dry

Sysco • Des Moines, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator performs general warehouse functions, including loading and unloading, manual depalletizing, receiving, put-away, pulls and replenishments, and product selection when qualified and needed. The role follows Preferred Work Methods (PWMs), warehouse management system tasking, and applicable safety and food-safety procedures. Each function may require specific equipment or process certification. Work takes place in dry, cooler, and freezer warehouse environments, including extreme cold and warm temperatures. The operator is expected to work safely and accurately while meeting productivity standards and goals.

This is a full-time role with a stated mid shift of 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. The schedule may vary based on customer orders, departmental needs, or business requirements, and may include days or nights, weekdays or weekends, and some holidays. The position does not require travel. Compensation is $25.39 per hour; associates may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a functional capacity test.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must communicate effectively with supervisors, management, and coworkers, and communicate equipment-operation or maintenance observations verbally and in writing.
• Six months of previous forklift experience required.
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and speak effectively one-on-one and in small groups.
• Must be able to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Material handling equipment certification is required, or the ability to become certified.
• Must meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Reach truck experience preferred.
• Material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Crown and/or Raymond reach truck experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow warehouse management system tasking and PWMs to transport pallets safely between docks, staging areas, manual depal areas, and storage racks.
• Put away product using material handling equipment, primarily a reach forklift.
• Inspect moved product for shortages, damage, quality issues, or deterioration of packaging and report findings to a supervisor.
• Replenish full-pallet or hand-stack selection locations from reserve locations according to directed tasking and PWMs.
• Remove shrink wrap, bands, or tape when placing pallets into selection locations for replenishment.
• Secure pallets with shrink wrap for delivery to doors or staging areas and for rack storage.
• Transport multiple pallets with heavier items on the bottom and lighter items on top to prevent product damage.
• Deliver stacked pallets to assigned loading-dock areas so products are accurately staged for systematic loading.
• Complete forklift operator certification and testing and perform work according to PWMs.
• Work with the immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink and product damage.
• Maintain the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and maintain accurate warehouse locations.
• Report unfixable or unsafe issues immediately to a supervisor.
• Observe and enforce safety rules and operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other appropriate material handling equipment safely.
• Use proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with PWMs.
• Perform daily inspections and keep material handling equipment clean; report repair or service needs to a supervisor.
• Use warehouse computers and RF equipment safely and professionally.
• Comply with Company policies, applicable laws and regulations, and food-safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
• Sysco benefits information is available at SyscoBenefits.com; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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