Forklift Operator

Company: Sysco

Location: Greco, Illinois

Responsible for receiving and putting away inbound produce, ensuring product is stored in proper rotation, and operating powered industrial equipment safely.

• Receives and puts away all inbound produce.
• Ensures product is stored in proper rotation (FIFO).
• Operates powered industrial equipment safely.
• Ensures selection slots are properly stocked and pallets are free from tape, wrap, or wires.
• Cleans and sanitizes the work area.
• Accounts for received product.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Prefer High School or GED.
• Six (6) months experience in a warehouse.
• Six (6) months experience of proficiently utilizing a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack preferred.
• Basic knowledge of fresh produce preferred.
• Experience in replenishment, cycling of product, RF scanners, and other returns-related functions preferred.

• Must have strong reading, writing, and speaking skills in English.
• Ability to perform work assignments at an acceptable productivity level.
• Able to effectively communicate and interact with others in a professional manner.

• Stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, turn the body, and walk.
• Lift and move cases ranging in weight up to 75 lbs continuously to and from heights ranging from floor to knee, waist, shoulder, and overhead.
• Use hands and fingers to peel and stick labels on cases.
• Handle and feel objects and/or equipment controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Must have the ability to talk and hear; must be able to hear warning horns on moving machinery and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must exhibit a high level of endurance, energy, and strength to successfully perform the position.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces.

For information on Sysco's benefits, please visit SyscoBenefits.com

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution, operating approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serving more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.