Forklift Operator - Edison, NJ

Job Overview:

Responsible for moving product. A forklift operator at United Natural Foods is required to have a strong understanding of his lift, the loads he/she is carrying, pick locations, pallet building, productivity measures and safety procedures.

• Reports to the supervisor at the beginning of each shift for the daily assignment, vehicle inspection sheet and replenishment discrepancies sheet.
• Inspects assigned lift and completes vehicle inspection sheet.
• Replenishes pick slots using the view request screen. If no requests exist, uses the manual replenish screen to fill empty or almost empty slots.
• Performs knockdowns for selectors when needed.
• Maintains correct counts and logs any discrepancies in inventory.
• Verifies that the correct product is being put in the appropriate pick location.
• Ensure correct product, quantity, and lot numbers are selected.
• Transport picked items from warehouse to production area using reach machines.
• Cuts and removes shrink wrap from all knockdowns.
• Removes all empty pallets from pick locations and aisles. Separates the good, bad, and blue pallets and neatly stages in pallet staging area.
• Keeps area clean and debris out of work area.
• Operates the lift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Parks and recharges lift in its appropriate spot at the end of the shift.
• Immediately informs a lead, supervisor, or manager of any potential safety violations or violation of company policy.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.

• Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of food-grade materials.
• Keep warehouse aisles, docks, and staging areas clean and organized.
• Use RF scanners or manual logs for inventory movement.
• Must be willing to do other warehouse functions like breaking down pallets.

• Operating a forklift in accordance with Company standards and procedures including quality standards and safety regulations.
• Effective communication and coordination exist with Company personnel and with management.
• Assistance and support are provided as needed.
• Deadlines are met.
  
  Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.

• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required.

• Prior experience with reach machine preferred.
• Understanding of Safety guidelines.
• Strong knowledge of RF systems.
• Operates forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, etc.).
• Must be willing to be certified to operate powered industrial trucks.
• Understand procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Needs good attention to detail for correct order fulfillment.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

• This position requires the associate to perform all duties at one of our UNFI locations, such as a distribution center or office.

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from
  -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation.
• Ability 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 equipment.