Loader - Midshift - Freezer

Sysco•Des Moines, IA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for loading and unloading product to and from trailers when qualified and as needed in accordance with Preferred Work Methods (PWMs). Both functions require specific equipment and/or process certification. Requires working in freezer, cooler and dry warehouse environments with extreme cold and/or warm temperatures. Performs all duties safely, accurately and meets set productivity standards and goals.

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 be able to communicate effectively with supervision, management and co-workers.
Must be able to observe and to communicate those observations verbally and in written form to others responsible for the equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to read and write simple correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively in one-on-one and in a small group situation and to respond to questions from managers, associates, and peers.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Certification on material handling equipment is required, or the ability to become certified.
Must successfully complete the forklift certification process and testing and be able to perform the established PWMs.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
Six months previous warehouse experience and/or training preferred.
Material handling equipment experience preferred.
Reach truck experience preferred.
Crown and/or Raymond reach truck experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Inspect trailer for cleanliness prior to unloading.
Communicate any unsanitary conditions to supervisor.
Communicate load, product or pallet issues to supervisor.
Unload inbound foodservice product, supplies or equipment from trailers or shipping containers onto the dock for receipt utilizing material handling equipment following established PWMs to avoid damage to equipment or product, and according to specified configurations for storage and shipment.
Reconfigure inbound pallets to meet RDC storage requirements (floor or slip sheet loads).
Inspect product being moved for shortages, damages, quality issues, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
Verify refrigerated (cooler) and frozen product temperatures are taken according to established PWMs.
Follow temperature abuse process and established PWMs if product temperature is out of accepted tolerance range.
Control door lights to inform driver if they are clear to position trailer to the door or pull trailer from the door.
Apply shrink wrap to all lumped pallets to ensure they are secured for effective delivery following established PWMs.
Apply shrink wrap to other pallets as needed to secure product for storage and shipment.
Must successfully complete the forklift certification process and testing and be able to perform the established PWMs (for unloading).
Inspect and clean trailers prior to loading.
Inspect product being moved for shortages, damages, quality issues, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
Load product onto trucks corresponding to truck mapping and to any special instructions; according to established PWMs to avoid damage to product or equipment and to maintain load stability and balance to ensure driver safety.
Hand load product onto trucks as required.
Control door lights to inform driver if they are clear to position trailer to the door or pull trailer from the door.
Must successfully complete the forklift certification process and testing and be able to perform the established PWMs (for loading).
Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage (product loss).
Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts, order pickers, and pallet jacks in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
Use warehouse computers and RF equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.).
Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. OSHA, HACCP, etc.).
Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
Performs other warehouse duties as assigned.