Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

About the role

Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities. As a Forklift Operator, you will use a forklift to transport merchandise to, from, and within the warehouse to put away, drop down, and rotate full pallets of stock through the warehouse inventory reserve racks using a stand-up forklift.

Location: 95 North Hatfield Road, Hatfield, MA

Pay & schedule

• Hourly rate: $25.00 per hour + shift differential + incentive
• Shift: 2nd Shift (schedule TBD)

Responsibilities

• Transport merchandise from receiving dock or reserve slots to proper location in the warehouse
• Complete purchase orders
• Maintain proper replenishment in the computer using a handheld device when pallets are put back in the rack
• Stack cases and rotate merchandise
• Refill benches and fill pallet slots
• Pull material/products to deliver to production lines
• Move/slot finished product from production to designated storage area
• Pull finished product from storage and load on trailers
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, pack size, and description
• Unload material/product from trailers
• Utilize necessary technology (e.g., voice, RF gun) to select product
• Complete paperwork on transfer of material
• Date pallets with current date
• Complete inspection form on equipment operated
• Change battery in forklift, when applicable
• Keep work area clean; sweep floor slots; clean spills and re-work damage
• Use case cutter to cut tops off cases
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

Specialized knowledge & certifications

• MHE/Forklift Certification
• Ability to operate stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker, or other required materials handling equipment (MHE)
• Ability to operate battery hoist
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures

Core competencies

• Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely
• Shows reliability and maintains satisfactory attendance
• Produces quality work
• Ability to maintain required productivity/work expectations

Physical abilities

• Never: crawling, sitting
• Occasionally: climbing up to 4 ft (must have fall protection training and use proper fall protection equipment), balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, feeling, crawling, gripping, carrying, pivoting, pushing, lifting, pulling up to 60 lbs, standing and walking on surfaces (carpet, tile, concrete)
• Frequently: handling, fingering, talking, smelling, reaching (waist/overhead level)
• Continuously: sitting, hearing, seeing, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet

Key competencies

• People: Inspires Trust, Builds upon your Talent, Creates an Inclusive Work Environment
• Business: Drives for Results, Drives Continuous Improvement & Innovation, Facilitates Change

Education

• General Equivalency Diploma – General Studies, or High School Diploma – General Studies

Benefits

• Paid training provided
• Weekly pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company-matched 401k)
• PTO and holiday pay offered
• In certain locations, $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes
• Career progression opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee health & wellness program
• Employee discounts / purchasing programs
• Employee assistance program

Work environment

Perishable (refrigerated) – approximately 28°–60°F

About the company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South, and Northeast. The company is an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities. Working safely is a condition of employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC.