Warehouse Associate Lead - Freezer

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 6am - 4:30pm

Payrate is $30.68/HR

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.

• 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.

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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…