Warehouse Forklift Operator

Job Summary

Warehouse Receiver position responsible for efficient, safe, and accurate unloading of transport trucks and performing warehouse maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Must report to work on time and clock in and out properly.
• Keep all warehouse loading and unloading areas and grounds clean.
• Fills racks, pick lines and all pick locations. Pushes/pulls pallets and loads and unloads appropriate company products.
• Uses and understands RF guns and functions of Location Based Inventory.
• Unloads inbound and outbound freight.
• Ensures loads are done accurately and neatly.
• Sweep, mop, and restock pick area, keeping work area clean.
• Replenishes all pick locations and areas.
• Assists in all functions of warehouse maintenance.
• Restocks and reworks returned beer.
• Visually inspects all cases unloaded to ensure they are in saleable condition.
• Aware of code dates and load the oldest product first.
• Reports any accidents to manager on duty immediately.
• Upon completion of the unloading of each truck gives the receiving report to the Warehouse Manager for verification.
• Prior to the end of your shift each day ensures all empty pallets are removed from the pick area and properly stored.
• Clears the pick area of debris and stretch wrap at the end of the truck unloading process each day.
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification through the company.
• Maintain open and clear communications with the owners, managers, and other employees of the company.
• Maintain open and clear communications with the vendors and retailers that do business with the company.
• Obtain approval from the Warehouse Manager prior to working in excess of your regular schedule.
• Dress in uniform and maintain personal appearance in a professional manner and according to company policy.
• Conduct all activities within the guidelines of all company policies and procedures.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with local, state, and federal liquor control regulations.
• Perform all work activities in accordance with safe work practices, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to all established inventory control procedures and practices.
• Help second and third shift with loading of carts/pallet trucks as needed.
• Adapt to any new responsibilities required by the Warehouse Manager or Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous use of warehouse equipment to include walkie rider, pallet jack, forklift, scanners, etc.
• Highly motivated to reach goals.
• Comfortable working as a team or alone.
• Access to reliable transportation. Must have a valid drivers license and auto insurance if driving for company.
• Pass background check, MVR, and drug screen.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with internal and external individuals, including other professionals in the community.
• Work effectively as a member of the team.
• Effectively communicate.
• Manage time and work effectively with or without supervision.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Constant (67 - 100% of time) required to walk and talk and hear.
• Constant (67 - 100% of time) required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel object, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Constant (67 - 100% of time) lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently (34% - 66% of time) specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Constant (67 - 100% of time) exposed to moving mechanical equipment and fumes or airborne particles. Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• Occasionally (more than 10%) weekend and/or overtime work.

Community Partnership

Represents GDH Values and follows GDH Values within the community at all times.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Gulf Distributing Holdings, LLC is committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.