Warehouse Cross Dock- Montgomery, NY (Finance)

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Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We connect farms to families. And now, you can be a part of that. As a warehouse associate, you matter. You aren't just hand-selecting orders or handling materials within various warehouse environments of fluctuating temperatures, you are doing the work that nourishes millions. We are excited about what we do, and we want people who can get excited with us.

• Competitive pay & benefits.
• Growth and professional development opportunities.
• We're committed to listening and responding to feedback.
• Recognition for great work, company events and picnics, and much more.
• Full-time employment opportunity.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for loading trucks with product safely and efficiently. Ensures correct product and quantity are loaded on the accurate trailer. Operates power equipment safely.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Turns on single and dual temp trailers refrigerator units at the proper times.
• Use warehouse equipment; electric pallet jack and forklifts daily
• Loads trucks in sequence based on delivery schedule and routing using at least 5 load bars per route to ensure a secure delivery.
• Distributes finished load sheets to the inside of the trailer, to the dispatcher, and to the driver.
• Selects product on heavy nights or if understaffed.
• Keeps area clean and debris out of work area during work hours.
• Operates pallet jack in safe and efficient manner.
• Reports to lead, supervisor, or manager if there isn't enough work on the loading dock.
• Removes debris and empty pallets from the dock upon completion of loading.
• Reports any discrepancies in pallet counts, missing repack or unsound pallets to the lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

• Loading functions are completed 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.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES:

• Understand all unload procedures and the proper staging of all return products.
• Understanding of batching sheets, load sheets, pallet counts, cubing and depart times.
• Ability to make decisions about the proper blending of repack and grocery stops together.
• Physical requirements include twisting, turning, bending, and climbing.
• Understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.