Cold Storage Loader​/Unloader — Forklift-Certified

Summary

Responsible for unloading and loading product onto and from trailers when qualified and as needed in accordance with Preferred Work Methods (PWMs). Both functions require specific equipment and/or process certification. Requires working in freezer, cooler and dry warehouse environments with extreme cold and/or warm temperatures. Performs all duties safely, accurately and meets set productivity standards and goals

• Inspect inbound trailer for cleanliness prior to unloading. Communicate any unsanitary conditions to supervisor.
• Communicate inbound load, product, or pallet issues to supervisor.
• Unload inbound food service product, supplies or equipment from trailers or shipping containers onto the dock for receipt utilizing material handling equipment following established PWMs to avoid damage to equipment or product, and according to specified configurations for storage and shipment.
• Reconfigure inbound pallets to meet RDC storage requirements (floor or slip sheet loads).
• Verify refrigerated (cooler) and frozen product temperatures on inbound loads are taken according to established PWMs. Follow temperature abuse process and established PWMs if product temperature is out of accepted tolerance range.
• Apply shrink wrap to all lumped pallets to ensure they are secured for effective delivery following established PWMs. Apply shrink wrap to other pallets as needed to secure product for storage and shipment.
• Inspect and clean trailers prior to loading.
• Inspect all (inbound and outbound) product being moved for shortages, damage, quality issues, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
• Load product onto trucks corresponding to truck mapping and to any special instructions; according to established PWMs to avoid damage to product or equipment and to maintain load stability and balance to ensure driver safety.
• Hand load product onto trucks as required.
• Control door lights to inform driver if they are clear to position trailer to the door or pull trailer from the door.
• Must successfully complete the forklift certification process and testing and be able to perform the established PWMs.
• Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage (product loss).
• Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
• Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts, order pickers, and pallet jacks in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
• Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
• Use warehouse computers and RF equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e., attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
• Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e., OSHA {Occupational Health and Safety Administration}, HACCP {Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points}, etc.).
• Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
• Performs other warehouse duties as assigned.

• Inspect inbound trailer for cleanliness prior to unloading. Communicate any unsanitary conditions to supervisor.
• Communicate inbound load, product, or pallet issues to supervisor.
• Unload inbound food service product, supplies or equipment from trailers or shipping containers onto the dock for receipt utilizing material handling equipment following established PWMs to avoid damage to equipment or product, and according to specified configurations for storage and shipment.
• Reconfigure inbound pallets to meet RDC storage requirements (floor or slip sheet loads).
• Verify refrigerated (cooler) and frozen product temperatures on inbound loads are taken according to established PWMs. Follow temperature abuse process and established PWMs if product temperature is out of accepted tolerance range.
• Apply shrink wrap to all lumped pallets to ensure they are secured for effective delivery following established…