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River Valley Foods

1st Shift Fork Lift Operator

River Valley Foods, Syracuse, New York, United States

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River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. River Valley Foods distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY.

General Description/Purpose The Forklift Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently scanning freight to their assigned locations in the warehouse. The Forklift Operator reports to the First Shift Supervisor.

Work Schedule

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday - 5am - 3:45pm

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 5am - 3:45pm

Wages $19.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities

Arrive on-time for the start of the scheduled shift and attend the daily start-up meeting

Perform a pre-operation inspection of any equipment being used for selection

Accurately put away freight, complete required letdowns and work the advance letdowns daily

Follow company and SQF guidelines when handling products, including the handling of damaged cases discovered in the warehouse

Wrap pallets as needed to ensure stability through the warehouse and examine the pallet ensuring it's of sound quality to be stored in overhead locations.

Operate all equipment in a safe manner at all times

Additional duties (selecting, cleaning, replenishing bays, or others) requested by supervisor

Required Skills/Abilities

Ability to read and understand English in order to understand customer orders and supervisor instructions

Able to operate the RF guns accurately

Ability to accurately put away and replenish freight

Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test

Must have reliable transportation to and from work

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift experience preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

Benefits We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

Flexible Paid Time Off

Company paid holidays

Health, prescription, and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Supplemental insurances

401(k) with company match

Employee assistant program

Employee purchase program

River Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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