1st shift FDC Forklift

Position Overview

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities. As a Forklift Operator , you will use a forklift to transport merchandise to, from, and within the warehouse to put away, drop down, and rotate full pallets of stock through the warehouse inventory reserve racks using a stand-up forklift.

Job Description

• Full time, 1st Shift hours (8:00am Start time)
• Pay: $24hr Plus $4.00 Freezer Premium
• 47 Old Ferry Road, Brattleboro VT 05301

You will contribute by:

• Transport merchandise from receiving dock or reserve slots to proper location in the warehouse.  Complete purchase orders.
• Maintain the proper replenishment in the computer, using a handheld device, when the pallet is put back in the rack.
• Stack cases and rotate merchandise.  Refill benches and fill pallet slots.
• Pull material/products to deliver to production lines
• Move/Slot finished product from production to designated storage area
• Pull finished product from storage and load on trailers
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, pack size and description
• Unload material/product from trailers
• Utilize necessary technology (e.g., voice, RF gun) to select product
• Complete paperwork on transfer of material Date pallets with current date
• Complete inspection form on equipment operated.  Change battery in forklift, when applicable
• Keep work area clean. Sweep floor slots. Clean spills and re-work damage
• Use case cutter to cut tops off cases
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Travel Required:No

We offer:

• Paid training provided
• Weekly Pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Your work environment may include:

• Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F)
• Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)
• Warehouse : Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)

Every person matters.
We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.

C&S and their Family of Companies are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

The Fine Print
This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.

Hiring immediately, to apply text “CS” to 32543 OR visit careers.cswg.com

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : MHE/ Forklift Certification. Ability to operate stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker or other required materials handling equipment (MHE). Ability to operate battery hoist Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Special Skills : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability and other characteristics required: Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely. Show reliability and maintain satisfactory attendance. Produce quality work. Ability to maintain required productivity/work expectations.
• Physical abilities: : Never crawling, sitting. Occasionally climbing up to 4 ft. (Must have fall protection training and using proper fall protection equipment). Occasionally balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, feeling and crawling. Frequently handling, fingering, talking smelling, reaching (level: Waist/overhead, etc.). Occasionally gripping, carrying, pivoting, pushing, lifting, pulling up to 60 Lbs. Occasionally standing and walking on surface type (s): Carpet, tile, concrete. Continuously sitting, hearing, seeing and repetitive movemen