Warehouse Associate Lead - Day Freezer

Sysco•Front Royal, VA

8d•$31 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Warehouse position responsible for providing technical support, subject matter expertise and training to other associates in the respective current primary job function of the lead associate as directed by their immediate supervisor. The lead associate must follow all Preferred Work Methods and perform all duties safely, accurately, and meet defined productivity goals.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills between associates and peers.
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
Must pass a functional capacity test.
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred, or one year warehouse related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year experience in forklift operations and WMS operations is required.
Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Must have 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 is also required.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Must be able to work in a proactive manner, address issues, and solve problems by using previous education and experience in identifying appropriate actions.
Certification on material handling equipment is required, or the ability to become certified.
The incumbent must have the ability to work a varying schedule which might include shift work (days or nights), weekdays or weekends, and some holidays.

Nice To Haves

The successful candidate must possess the training, mentoring and leadership skills required to fulfill the lead role and demonstrate the potential and desire to advance to future leadership or supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

Responsible for on the job training to current and new full-time and temporary warehouse associates on proper Sysco Warehouse Management System (SWMS) system usage and warehouse procedures.
Assists warehouse associates in resolving system, equipment or procedures-related issues as they occur.
Communicate to and work effectively with immediate supervisor to identify and resolve any and all issues arising from shipping/receiving activities.
Inspect product being moved and in storage locations for damage, quality, or deterioration of packing.
Remove shrink wrap, bands, or tape when putting a pallet into a selection location.
Create return authorization (RA) transactions in SUS for returned and/or refused product and receive that product in SWMS where appropriate following SOP. The transaction will properly adjust any related inventory and credit the customer for the related dollar value of the return.
Cut shorted product at time of shipment in SWMS due to warehouse outs, etc. The transaction will properly adjust any related inventory and adjust the customer's invoice.
Research shorted product at the pack line to determine whether item(s) were actually picked.
Locate shorted product by inspecting slot to see if product is physically there or in an adjacent slot or order, or in overstock.
Complete end of day procedures in SWMS by closing manifests and routes.
Run day end menu in SUS to start the nightly processing of invoicing.
Close and transmit UPS (United Parcel Service) data for the day from the UPS system.
Communicate day end as appropriate.
Create LTL freight bills of lading via the internet for all outbound shipments that will ship LTL.
Manually create bills of lading and pallet placards for cross-dock orders to opcos and ensure pallets are picked, wrapped, received and put-away correctly.
Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink (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 to supervisor.
Observe and enforce all safety rules in an effort to eliminate accidents and injuries.
Operate appropriate material handling equipment (MHE), such as forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and orderly manner in an effort to eliminate accidents and injuries.
Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean. Report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
Ensure warehouse computers and radio frequency (RF) equipment are used in a safe and professional manner.
Understand and comply with all applicable company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and the Associate Handbook).
Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration), HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), 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.
Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.