Unloader – Loader

Night Shift 11pm-7am Sunday -Thursday

SUMMARY

Responsible for unloading and loading product onto and from trailers when qualified and as needed in accordance with Preferred Work Methods (PWMs).  Both functions require specific equipment and/or process certification.  Requires working in freezer, cooler and dry warehouse environments with extreme cold and/or warm temperatures.  Performs all duties safely, accurately and meets set productivity standards and goals

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect inbound trailer for cleanliness prior to unloading.  Communicate any unsanitary conditions to supervisor. 
• Communicate inbound load, product, or pallet issues to supervisor.
• Unload inbound foodservice product, supplies or equipment from trailers or shipping containers onto the dock for receipt utilizing material handling equipment following established PWMs to avoid damage to equipment or product, and according to specified configurations for storage and shipment. 
• Reconfigure inbound pallets to meet RDC storage requirements (floor or slip sheet loads).
• Verify refrigerated (cooler) and frozen product temperatures on inbound loads are taken according to established PWMs.  Follow temperature abuse process and established PWMs if product temperature is out of accepted tolerance range. 
• Apply shrink wrap to all lumped pallets to ensure they are secured for effective delivery following established PWMs.  Apply shrink wrap to other pallets as needed to secure product for storage and shipment.
• Inspect and clean trailers prior to loading.
• Inspect all (inbound and outbound) product being moved for shortages, damage, quality issues, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
• Load product onto trucks corresponding to truck mapping and to any special instructions; according to established PWMs to avoid damage to product or equipment and to maintain load stability and balance to ensure driver safety. 
• Hand load product onto trucks as required.
• Control door lights to inform driver if they are clear to position trailer to the door or pull trailer from the door. 
• Must successfully complete the forklift certification process and testing and be able to perform the established PWMs.
• Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage (product loss). 
• Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
• Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts, order pickers, and pallet jacks in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
• Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
• Use warehouse computers and RF equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e., attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
• Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e., OSHA {Occupational Health and Safety Administration}, HACCP {Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points}, etc.).
• Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
• Performs other warehouse duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a functional capacity test.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervision, management and co-workers.
• Must be able to observe and to communicate those observations verbally and in written form to others responsible for the equipment operation and maintenance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; six months previous warehouse experience and/or training preferred.  Material handling equipment experience preferred.  Reach truck experience preferred.  Crown and/or Raymond reach truck experience a plus. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Must have ability to read and write simple correspondence.  Must have ability to speak effectively in one-on-one and in a small group situation and to respond to questions from managers, associates, and peers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

REASONING ABILITY

Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Must have ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certification on material handling equipment is required, or the ability to become certified.  See testing and certification requirements noted within the Essential Duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  An individual should contact his or her supervisor or the Human Resources Department if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.  The associate is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear.  The associate is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit.  The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Job is performed in a warehouse/operations environment.  While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently exposed to fast moving material handling equipment or other mechanical equipment, extreme cold or heat in freezer/cooler warehouse environments including temperature of zero degrees.  The associate is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, contained toxic or caustic chemicals, low voltage electrical equipment and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment usually is loud.

WORK HOURS

This is a full-time position.  The incumbent must have the ability to work a varying schedule which might include shift work (days or nights), weekdays or weekends, and some holidays.  Work hours may vary, or change based on customer order, departmental or business requirements.

TRAVEL

The position does not require travel.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.