1st Shift Fork Lift Operator

River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. River Valley Foods distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY.


General Description/Purpose:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently scanning freight to their assigned locations in the warehouse. The Forklift Operator reports to the First Shift Supervisor.

 Work Schedule:

• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday - 5am - 3:45pm

Wages: $20.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities:

• Arrive on-time for the start of the scheduled shift and attend the daily start-up meeting
• Perform a pre-operation inspection of any equipment being used for selection
• Accurately put away freight, complete required letdowns and work the advance letdowns daily 
• Follow company and SQF guidelines when handling products, including the handling of damaged cases discovered in the warehouse
• Wrap pallets as needed to ensure stability through the warehouse and examine the pallet ensuring it’s of sound quality to be stored in overhead locations.  
• Operate all equipment in a safe manner at all times
• Additional duties (selecting, cleaning, replenishing bays, or others) requested by supervisor 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand English in order to understand customer orders and supervisor instructions
• Able to operate the RF guns accurately
• Ability to accurately put away and replenish freight
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
   

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift experience preferred but not required 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

Benefits: 

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: 

• Flexible Paid Time Off 
• Company paid holidays 
• Health, prescription, and dental insurance 
• Life and disability insurance  
• Supplemental insurances 
• 401 (k) with company match
• Employee assistant program  
• Employee purchase program 

River Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).