UNFI
Stand Up Reach Forklift Operator - Freezer
UNFI, Sturtevant, Wisconsin, United States, 53177
We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. Join our growing Distribution team today!
Work Schedule Available:
4 Day work week (Multiple Schedules Available) **One weekend day is required**Hourly Rate:
$21.75/hr + production incentivesPremium/Shift Differentials
Weekend Shift Differential - A scheduled start time Friday 7PM through Sunday 7PMOvernight Shift Differential - A scheduled start time 3PM through 3AM+$1.25/hr for Evenings+$2.00/hr for Weekends+$2.00/hr for Freezer EnvironmentWhy work at UNFI?
Weekly paychecksIncentive pay - earn more money for exceeding productivity goalsPTO after 90 days of employmentMedical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employmentEven more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, and access to shop at our associate Co-Op storeESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Reports to the shipping office at the beginning of each shift for the daily assignment, vehicle inspection sheet and replenishment discrepancies sheetReplenishes pick slots using the view request screen. If no requests exist, uses the manual replenish screen to fill empty or almost empty slotsPerforms knockdowns for selectors when neededMaintains correct counts and logs any discrepancies in inventoryVerifies that the correct product is being put in the appropriate pick locationCuts and removes shrink wrap from all knockdownsRemoves all empty pallets from pick locations and aisles. Separates the good, bad, and blue pallets and neatly stages in pallet staging areaKeeps area clean and debris out of work areaOperates the lift in a safe and efficient mannerParks and recharges lift in its appropriate spot at the end of the shiftImmediately informs a lead, supervisor, or manager of any potential safety violations or violation of company policyPerform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for locationPERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:
Operating a forklift in accordance with Company standards and procedures including quality standards and safety regulationsEffective communication and coordination exist with Company personnel and with managementAssistance and support are provided as neededDeadlines are metAttendance policy is adhered toJOB REQUIREMENTS:
Understanding of safety guidelinesStrong knowledge of applicable backup functions and RF systemsPrevious forklift experienceGood judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately availablePhysical Environment/Demands:
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequentlyExposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery OperationAbility to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures. •Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipmentRequires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work related equipmentSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Work Schedule Available:
4 Day work week (Multiple Schedules Available) **One weekend day is required**Hourly Rate:
$21.75/hr + production incentivesPremium/Shift Differentials
Weekend Shift Differential - A scheduled start time Friday 7PM through Sunday 7PMOvernight Shift Differential - A scheduled start time 3PM through 3AM+$1.25/hr for Evenings+$2.00/hr for Weekends+$2.00/hr for Freezer EnvironmentWhy work at UNFI?
Weekly paychecksIncentive pay - earn more money for exceeding productivity goalsPTO after 90 days of employmentMedical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employmentEven more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, and access to shop at our associate Co-Op storeESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Reports to the shipping office at the beginning of each shift for the daily assignment, vehicle inspection sheet and replenishment discrepancies sheetReplenishes pick slots using the view request screen. If no requests exist, uses the manual replenish screen to fill empty or almost empty slotsPerforms knockdowns for selectors when neededMaintains correct counts and logs any discrepancies in inventoryVerifies that the correct product is being put in the appropriate pick locationCuts and removes shrink wrap from all knockdownsRemoves all empty pallets from pick locations and aisles. Separates the good, bad, and blue pallets and neatly stages in pallet staging areaKeeps area clean and debris out of work areaOperates the lift in a safe and efficient mannerParks and recharges lift in its appropriate spot at the end of the shiftImmediately informs a lead, supervisor, or manager of any potential safety violations or violation of company policyPerform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for locationPERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:
Operating a forklift in accordance with Company standards and procedures including quality standards and safety regulationsEffective communication and coordination exist with Company personnel and with managementAssistance and support are provided as neededDeadlines are metAttendance policy is adhered toJOB REQUIREMENTS:
Understanding of safety guidelinesStrong knowledge of applicable backup functions and RF systemsPrevious forklift experienceGood judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately availablePhysical Environment/Demands:
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequentlyExposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery OperationAbility to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures. •Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipmentRequires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work related equipmentSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.