Job Summary:
Receive and record the movement of produce, load trailers with supplies and stock to and from the warehouse and to customers, using specialized lifts and trucks.
Responsibilities:
- Receive and compare with records such as manifests, invoices, PO #’s or pick ticket orders to verify accuracy
- Operate a sit-down forklift to unload and load trucks
- Conduct daily equipment inspections
- Keep a proper rotation in coolers with lot codes using the FIFO system
- Perform duties in compliance with food safety and health & safety guidelines
Required Skills / Experience / Education:
- Minimum of 6 months’ experience on a sit-down forklift or electric hand jack
- Previous experience in a produce packing/warehouse or comparable environment is preferred
- Attention to detail even under tight deadlines
- Basic math skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Must have safe driving skills
- Must have excellent attendance and a good work ethic
- Must have good English reading and writing skills
Work Conditions:
- Hours of work: Monday to Saturday – (5:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Day/Afternoon Rotations, Straight Afternoons)
- Environment includes an expansive refrigerated warehouse where temperature averages 45-55 degrees Fahrenheit
Physical Requirements (If applicable):
- Capable of lifting up to 23kg/50lbs
- Positions requires repetitive sitting, walking, bending, and lifting
Pure Hothouse Foods is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.
Posted on: August 29, 2021
