Dairy Dept Stocker

To maintain a high level of customer service while pricing, stocking and rotation of merchandise in the Dairy Department; to maintain a neat, clean and visually appealing department and to perform other tasks as required in an efficient and safe manner, within Company policy.

**Essential Job Functions**:
The essential job functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
- Ability to perform basic math skills.
- Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
- Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powdered substances without negative allergic consequences.
- Ability to tolerate moderate amounts of dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties.
- Ability to climb a ladder to retrieve items from overhead racking and storage areas.
- Meet all work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.

**Responsibilities**:
The job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment.
- Maintain department sanitation and QA standards by cleaning and sanitizing all work surfaces, utensils and equipment. Keep floor clear of debris and spills.
- Greet all customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance.
- Observe all safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Keep shelves and displays fully stocked and faced at all times.
- Follow all safety procedures relating to opening cartons, rotation of product.
- Monitor storage area for cleanliness, neatness and preparing for next shift; i.e. making bale, reclamation, plastic, pallets.
- Handle damaged or return-to-stock products according to company policy, with priority attention given to refrigerated, perishable items, and sell by date.
- Use and maintain equipment in good working order; immediately advise Department Manager or Store Management of any maintenance or equipment problems.
- Maintain Department sanitation and QA standards, including sweeping, mopping, removing cardboard and refuse as needed, and being able to operate a baler or compactor.
- Be knowledgeable in the company's HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer's label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products.
- Fully stock and rotate all merchandise in cases, shelves and other applicable displays according to tag allocation and department standards.
- Unload and secure received product in appropriate storage areas using power or hand jack, carts, U-boats or bossies as needed.
- Block and face all products in accordance to company policy or as assigned.
- Utilize and maintain equipment as required by department; report any equipment problems immediately.
- Adhere to all Federal, State and Local regulations.
- Dress according to company policy to include uniform, name badge and hat or hair restraint. Comply with QA hand washing standards and use disposable gloves when handling food.
- Complete all applicable department training programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.