Receiver II

Receiver II Position at Brattleboro Food Co-opThe Brattleboro Food Co-op is looking for a Receiver II to help with incoming inventory! Join a team that loves what they do and believes in making a difference! At the Brattleboro Food Co-op, we've been community-owned and community-strong for over 50 years. We offer competitive wages, plus a generous store discount, and a supportive environment where you matter.To be successful at the Co-op we are looking for the following:Be the Face of the Co-op: Greet our community shareholders and shoppers with a warm, friendly attitude.Excellent Customer Service - Answer shopper questions and make them feel welcome.Reliability: Your team counts on you, you must be reliable and on time.We are in Retail: Evenings and Weekends are a mustDuties & Responsibilities:Unload and verify all deliveries (piece count, mispicks, damage inspection), and scan designated products into the POS systemAbility to operate equipment such as hand trucks, u-boats, pallet jack, cardboard baler, and plastic balerSign for deliveries and note any discrepancies on invoicesSeparate damaged or incorrect product for returnsEnsure products are moved to appropriate departments within time windows (20 minutes for refrigerated/frozen items)Build u-boats and carts for department staffMaintain receiving area cleanliness and safety (daily sweeping, seasonal maintenance)Coordinate cardboard bale pickupsMaintain equipment (hand trucks, u-boats, pallet jacks)Assist customers with product questions during assigned shiftSupport with the movement of backstock product and merchandising fixtures to and from offsite location(s)Deliver invoices with products to appropriate departmentsReport any receiving discrepancies, equipment issues, or safety concerns to Receiving ManagerProcess electronic and paper invoices in the POS system as assignedMaintenance and Conditioning:Treat equipment with care and respect.Communicate about any needed repairs or equipment problems to the ManagerKeep work area neat and organizedSafety:Handle hazardous equipment carefully. Aware of the presence of others when using such equipment.Use proper lifting techniques. Wear appropriate shoes.Mindful of potential hazards to customers and other employees and takes actions to correct hazards.Use ergonomic equipment and best practicesReport any and all safety concerns to managerTeamwork:Always conscientious about co-workers and works with the team for department efficiency.Give verbal communication to next shift if necessaryStart work on time, finish work on time.Take breaks when appropriate and come back from break on time.Accountability:Accept responsibility for your actions. Exemplify honesty, integrity and ethicsRequirementsAbility to lift a minimum of 50 lbs continuouslyPhysical capability to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, and crouch throughout shiftComfort working in walk-in coolers/freezers and seasonal temperature variationsStrong attention to detail for order verificationReliable, punctual, and safety-consciousFriendly and cooperative demeanor with customers and coworkersAbility to work efficiently and handle multiple demands during peak receiving windows