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Employment Type Full time

Company name US0177 NorthEast Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Compensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Job Profile Summary Responsible for the storage and movement of materials and finished goods including: • Shipping & Receiving • Warehousing • Order Filling, Picking, and Packing • Inventory Control & Records Management • Dispatch • Developing transport schedules, methods, and routes • Analyzing and projecting transportation costs • Coordinating customs clearances and permits • Maintaining, loading, packing and driving vehicles • Evaluating, selecting, and managing ongoing relationships with external transport providers (e.g., fuel suppliers, trucking/shipping companies, etc.) • Acquiring and managing fleet vehicles

Description

SUMMARY

Warehouse position responsible for providing technical support, subject matter expertise and training to other associates in the respective current primary job function of the lead associate as directed by their immediate supervisor.  The lead associate must follow all Preferred Work Methods and perform all duties safely, accurately, and meet defined productivity goals. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for on the job training to current and new full-time and temporary warehouse associates on proper Sysco Warehouse Management System (SWMS) system usage and warehouse procedures.
• Assists warehouse associates in resolving system, equipment or procedures-related issues as they occur. 
• Communicate to and work effectively with immediate supervisor to identify and resolve any and all issues arising from shipping/receiving activities. 
• Inspect product being moved and in storage locations for damage, quality, or deterioration of packing.
• Remove shrink wrap, bands, or tape when putting a pallet into a selection location.
• Create return authorization (RA) transactions in SUS for returned and/or refused product and receive that product in SWMS where appropriate following SOP.  The transaction will properly adjust any related inventory and credit the customer for the related dollar value of the return.
• Cut shorted product at time of shipment in SWMS due to warehouse outs, etc.  The transaction will properly adjust any related inventory and adjust the customer’s invoice.
• Research shorted product at the pack line to determine whether item(s) were actually picked.  Locate shorted product by inspecting slot to see if product is physically there or in an adjacent slot or order, or in overstock.
• Complete end of day procedures in SWMS by closing manifests and routes.  Run day end menu in SUS to start the nightly processing of invoicing.  Close and transmit UPS (United Parcel Service) data for the day from the UPS system.  Communicate day end as appropriate.
• Create LTL freight bills of lading via the internet for all outbound shipments that will ship LTL.  Manually create bills of lading and pallet placards for cross-dock orders to opcos and ensure pallets are picked, wrapped, received and put-away correctly.
• Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink (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 to supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules in an effort to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Operate appropriate material handling equipment (MHE), such as forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and orderly manner in an effort to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean.  Report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
• Ensure warehouse computers and radio frequency (RF) equipment are used in a safe and professional manner.
• Understand and comply with all applicable company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and the Associate Handbook).
• 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.
• Perform 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 set, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  An individual should contact the Human Resource representative or hiring manager if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed. 

The successful candidate must possess the training, mentoring and leadership skills required to fulfill the lead role and demonstrate the potential and desire to advance to future leadership or supervisory roles. 

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills between associates and peers. 
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must pass a functional capacity test. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred, or one year warehouse related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  One year experience in forklift operations and WMS operations is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

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

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. 

REASONING ABILITY

• Must be able to work in a proactive manner, address issues, and solve problems by using previous education and experience in identifying appropriate actions.  Problems will vary in complexity and there will not always be a clearly defined solution.  Some solutions may require modifying past applications or creating a solution unique to the current situation, but within the regulations that would apply.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Certification on material handling equipment is required, or the ability to become certified. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

• The working conditions and physical demands described 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 and walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk or hear.  The associate is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit.  The associate is frequently required to sit/stand on MHE equipment.  The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move between 41 and 50 pounds, and selfdom lift and/or move 51 pounds and up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Job duties are performed in a warehouse environment, and is frequently exposed to varying temperatures to include the freezer, cooler, and dry warehouse locations.  While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to fast moving material handling equipment or other mechanical equipment.  The associate is frequently exposed to humid conditions, vehicle emissions, and contained toxic or caustic chemicals.  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 departmental 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.

Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves 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’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. 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. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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