
Grocery Forklift Operator
Bozzuto's
- Cheshire, CT
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Transporting products from receiving dock or reserve slots to appropriate location within the warehouse
- Maintaining proper replenishments in the computer system that utilizes a hand held scanning device
- Moving pallets of products to designated bay location(s) based on assigned transaction
- Maintaining accurate records of quantities, pack sizes and descriptions by performing regular counts and ensuring proper labeling
- Achieving and maintaining established productivity standards based on company standards
- Completing pre-shift and post shift inspection of equipment following company guidelines, reporting any mechanical issues to facilities maintenance
- Accurately reading pallet tags at minimum of 40ft high
- Removing wrapping from pallets when filling slots
- Assist in cleaning and maintaining a safe working environment in the warehouse
- Flexibility to work various or additional shifts, as needed including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Flexibility to work in various environments based on business needs
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
- Varying temperatures based on assigned working environment
- Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7A start (until completion)
- Sunday, Monday,Tuesday,Thursday 8A start (until completion)
- Wednesday-Saturday 8A start (until completion)
- Preferred: One (1) year distribution, warehouse or relevant experience
- Preferred: Reach truck experience (Stand up forklifts; Reach Trucks etc)
- Preferred: Proficiency in English (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with associates and leadership
- Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies to all associates; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift
- Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment – getting on and off equipment throughout shift
- Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
- Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
- Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives