Short Runner

About the role

The associate will retrieve product that is not available during the selection process and accurately place products on shorted selection pallets or trailers. The associate will operate a reach forklift in the replenishment process by lowering stock from high-level reserve slots to lower-level pick slots during the shift.

Responsibilities

• Stocking, selecting, and loading product that is not available during the selection process.
• Documentation of inventory control issues (e.g., replenishment forces, slotting recommendations, etc.).
• Safety and administrative functions, including attendance at safety meetings, pre-shift stretches, pre- and post-trip inspections of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and work area clean-up.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-year warehouse experience.
• Sysco experience or experience in a high-volume distribution environment is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months warehouse reach forklift experience.
• Pallet jack and forklift certification.

Skills

• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of inventory control techniques and procedures, forms associated with inventory control, product lines and their dimensions, and products sold by Sysco is preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage pressure and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to operate powered industrial reach truck, forklift, tugger, and pallet jack.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds regularly, 75 pounds occasionally, and 100 pounds rarely.