Grocery Forklift Operator

Bozzuto's

  • Cheshire, CT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Position Overview:As a Warehouse Reach Truck (Forklift) Operator your responsibilities include but are not limited to utilizing a reach truck to move, lift, stack and retrieve product within the warehouse. You will be responsible for moving product from the dock, pulling from reserve slots and filling pallet slots.Responsibilities:
  • 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
Environment:
  • Varying temperatures based on assigned working environment
Schedule:
  • Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7A start (until completion)
  • Sunday, Monday,Tuesday,Thursday 8A start (until completion)
  • Wednesday-Saturday 8A start (until completion)
Experience:
  • 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
Skills:
  • 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

Bozzuto's