Inbound Forklift Operator- Day - FreshPoint Connecticut (95088) (Hartford, CT)

Inbound Forklift Operator- Day - FreshPoint Connecticut (95088)

Company FreshPoint Connecticut Location US-CT-Hartford Zip Code 06114 Minimum Level of Education High School or Equivalent Minimum Years of Experience 0-1 Position Type Travel Percentage 0 More information about this job OVERVIEW FreshPoint is North America s largest exclusively owned produce distributor. We purchase unique and seasonal products that support local farms and growers. But we re much more than just produce. At FreshPoint we re all about People. Passion. Produce If you want an opportunity to join a company focused on healthy living environmental stewardship and growing not only produce but your career then POSITION SUMMARY The High Lift Stocker is responsible for keeping the floors fully stocked with produce. High Lift Stocker must follow proper rotation duties and place all products received in its appropriate rack. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Rotates all products located in the coolers daily. Keeps the coolers free of empty pallets at all times. Keeps the floors stocked with product at all times and in a timely manner. Keep pallets free of tape wrap and wires. Adheres to all safety rules. Good attendance and adherence to the work schedule. May be required to work overtime. Follow all SQF principles pertinent to your position as specified by the SQF Practitioner. Perform other duties as assigned by Manager Day Night Warehouse or designee. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Product knowledge preferred. Proven ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to work with others in a professional manner. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of vigorous forklift high lift driving experience. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent lifting of product up to 50 lbs. during the shift infrequent lifting up to 80 lbs. Must be able to climb on and off powered industrial equipment. Frequent bending squatting pushing and pulling Must be able to work in confined spaces Must be able to continually stand throughout the duration of the scheduled shift WORK ENVIRONMENT Combination of Warehouse and outside environments. Must work in extreme temperatures ranging from extreme cold to extreme hot. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. FreshPoint is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and considers 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. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation its subsidiaries and affiliates. Employment Type Full Time