Freezer Cooler Forklift Operator

ECONOMY WHOLESALE GROCERS • El Paso, TX

81d • $15 - $15

About The Position

Become a part of the Economy Team. What started as a family business in a small, two-story building at 219 S. Ochoa in 1958 now includes multiple sites, a distribution center, and a customer service center, with goals of further expansion in the near future. As a family-run business, we care about the people and areas we serve. Our market knowledge, cross-border partnerships, export services, and professional bilingual team have helped make Economy Wholesale Grocers the regional leader in wholesale commerce, serving the U.S. and Mexico.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• 6 months to 1 year of stand up forklift experience.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports incoming and outgoing merchandise to designated areas utilizing appropriate tools/vehicles including handheld device, forklift, and/or electric pallet jack.
• Ensures freezer and coolers are properly stocked.
• Removes damaged merchandise and places it in its designated area.
• Ensures correct sign and price is displayed for merchandise.
• Maintains proper rotation of merchandise.
• Ensures that all perishable products are put into the proper temperature as quickly as possible.
• Regularly checks temperatures in freezers/coolers to ensure proper temperature is maintained.
• Keeps safety a priority, including pedestrian traffic and forklift operation.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including the inside of the freezer/coolers.
• Maintains pricing in the scale used to weigh meats and cheese.
• Assists customers as needed and provides excellent customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental coverage.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability.
• Vacation time.
• Company Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees