Forklift/Selector - Frozen Warehouse 8am start

Company: River Valley Foods
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

River Valley, a growing specialty foods and consumable products distributor in Syracuse, NY, is searching for full time 1st Shift Warehouse Selector/Forklift Operators for our Frozen Foods Division.River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods and Garden Spot Foods, distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY and New Holland, PA.Selectors/Forklift Operators are responsible for safely and accurately selecting cases of frozen grocery products, building pallets, replenishing selection slots and putting away received freight for delivery to retail customers. The successful candidate is goal-oriented, able to work in a low temperature environment, and demonstrates dependability, efficiency, and attention to detail.This position is FULL TIME with competitive benefit offerings:Medical & Dental benefitsLife & Disability insuranceSupplemental insurances401k with company match2 weeks of vacation per yearEmployee assistance programEmployee purchase programOpportunity for advancementStarting pay: $19.75/hourCold temperature gear provided: jacket, pants and glovesHours : Schedules are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM - work is finished (generally within 8 hours although overtime may be required/available) and Sunday from 10:30 AM - work is finished (generally within 8 hours although overtime may be required/available).Essential FunctionsSelect stock to fill customer orders.Read order requirements and shelf locations.Ensure order accuracy while meeting productivity goals.Build and prepare pallets for shipping.Safely operate equipment required to pick stock from shelves.Work with team members and supervisors to ensure coordination of work.Perform additional job duties as required.Requirements and QualificationsMust be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma or equivalentAble to read and speak EnglishAble to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout the shiftAble to work for sustained periods in cold temperaturesAble to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods of timeAble to pass a pre-employment drug screening testMust have reliable transportation to and from workPrior warehouse experience (preferred, not required)Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibilityAbility to communicate and use teamwork to achieve goalsRiver Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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