Inbound Forklift

About the role

Responsible for putting away inbound produce.

Responsibilities

• Receives and puts away all inbound produce.
• Ensures product is put away in proper rotation (FIFO).
• Safe operation of powered industrial equipment.
• Ensures selection slots are properly stocked with the product; always keeps pallets free from tape, wrap or wires and removes empty pallets as needed.
• Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.
• Accounting for the received product.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education: Prefer High School or GED.
• Experience: Six (6) months experience in a warehouse.
• Experience: Six (6) months experience of proficiently utilizing a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack preferred.
• Basic knowledge of fresh produce preferred.
• Experience in replenishment, cycling of product, RF (radio frequency) scanners and other returns related functions preferred.
• Physical demands: Stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, turn the body, and walk; lift and move cases up to 75 lbs continuously to and from heights ranging from floor to knee, waist, shoulder, and overhead; use hands and fingers to peel and stick labels on cases; handle and feel objects and/or equipment controls; reach with hands and arms; must have ability to talk and hear; must be able to hear warning horns on moving machinery and equipment; specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus; must exhibit a high level of endurance, energy, and strength.
• Work environment: Must be able to work in confined spaces.

Skills

• Must have strong reading, writing, and be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to perform work assignments at an acceptable productivity level.
• Able to effectively communicate and interact with others in a professional manner.