Responsibilities
Training level position among the cross trained and multi-functioning warehouse positions in the distribution division. Mustdemonstrate the ability to learn and develop distribution skill sets including picking orders and load consolidation, as well as mixed and full pallet put-away. Effectively operates a High-Low Picker Truck, Stand-Up Forklift, and Sit-Down Forklift, including Reach Truck. Performs work under direct supervision.
Essential Job Functions
Position is made up of three training levels, each requiring warehouse distribution skills of increasing complexity. Essential job functions for each training level are identified below. Additionally, essential job functions required of all training levels are provided.
- High-Low Picker Truck - Effectively utilize a Radio Frequency (RF) Scanner to receive lines for order picking. Safely operate high-low picker truck through warehouse aisles to locate correct order items according to RF instructions. Navigate both wide and narrow aisles and utilize picker truck at heights up to 20 feet daily. Scan item location with RF and manually remove item from racks and place on pallet.
- Stand-Up Forklift - Effectively utilize RF Scanner to receive lines for order picking. Safely operate a stand-up forklift through high traffic warehouse aisles (and outside, depending upon location) to locate correct order items according to RF instructions. Pick items and/or retrieve pallets in racks or bulk stacks at heights up to 15 feet daily.
Qualifications
Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Prefer previous experience operating a high-low picker truck, stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, and/or reach truck as well as other industrial machinery. Prefer previous work experience in a warehouse or distribution environment. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.
Requirements
- Able to learn and effectively operate high-low picker truck, stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, and/or reach truck; hand truck, pallet jack, and other industrial equipment
- Able to apply logic and understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form
Southern States Cooperative, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.