Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for operating a forklift, walker or hand jack to move materials within the warehouse, which may include raw product, dry goods, or finished goods. This position is responsible for following proper procedures for product rotation and flow through the warehouse. The incumbent is also responsible for all documents and procedures required for this function. He or she will also perform the task of picking and loading all orders via the Voice system. Utilization of this system is designed to limit discrepancies making their way to the customer. Incumbent will be proficient in the usage and troubleshooting of the Voice system to achieve this goal. The Warehouse Associate will be asked to maintain a safe level of speed when picking the assigned orders. The Warehouse Associate will be asked to either stage the order in an assignment area on the warehouse floor or to load the order directly into an assigned trailer.Duties and ResponsibilitiesInspect powered jacks/powered trucks for operating conditions and safetyOperation of powered jacks/powered trucksCompliance to SOP's, Safety, and all other Fresh Express policiesAccurate, timely and efficient workflow for all assignmentsPerform all documentation required for function being performedMaintain clean and orderly work area, including all dock areas, raw and finished coolersCommunicate with assistant/supervisors, clerks, production, and QA as neededEnsure warehouse cleanlinessPerform other duties as required or assignedUse Voice system to pick and load ordersRequirementsMust be able to work weekends and holidaysMust possess basic math skillsBilingual English/Spanish and/or English/PolishForklift certification strongly preferredHigh School Diploma highly desirableFood industry experience a plusAbility to multi-task in a fast pace environmentExperience meeting or exceeding high internal/external customer expectationsPast experience working in a Voice order picking environmentPast experience working in a cold environmentSelf-motivated individual who requires minimal supervision and directionPrevious Warehouse experience strongly preferredMinimum of one year forklift experience, one year warehouse, or one year working in a cold environment.Other Information:The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.