FreshDirect Express Inbound Professional (Brooklyn)

Brief Description

The Inbound Professional is responsible for performing inbound tasks such as each based cycle counting, quality control, scrapping and 3-scan receiving.

Responsibilities and Working Conditions:

Processing all inbound deliveries quickly and accurately, using computers, RF Scanning Guns, and motorized equipment to complete all required transactions

Scanning labels on packages, load packaging machines with boats, and label packages with printed labels

Applying knowledge of processes involved, production methods, and products to the nuances of everyday operation

Assisting in shut down procedures and special requirements

Perform replenishment process

Transfer finished products and raw material around the plant and warehouse

Perform cycle counts

Quality assurance of raw and finished materials

Safe Food Practices specific to department

Pick food products and pack in racks verifying items using UPC codes.

Stack processed food products in totes and boxes.

Scan labels on packages load totes and boxes and label packages with printed labels.

Assist in housekeeping of the department

Maintain excellent safety, quality, cleanliness, and productivity standards within the distribution warehouse

Breakdown and stock production shelves

In a workday: standing/walking 6-10 hours or more

Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.

Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.

Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.

Constant exposure to temperatures: <-10 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators)

Education and Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a climate of 32 to 38 degrees
• Willing to start overnight or early morning hours (start times vary by department)
• Must be comfortable in warehouse/production environment
• Ability to meet production and accuracy standards in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic reading and math skills
• Detail Oriented
• Ability to apply knowledge of processes involved, production methods, and products to the nuances of everyday operation
• Ability to clearly communicate in English.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required
• Able to stand and walk for long period of times
• Ability to push, pull, squat, twist, kneel, reach, turn and bend
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. intermittently during a typical work shift
• Comfortable and able to work a 6-10 hr. shift (hours per day are based on business need)
• Observance to established safety guidelines in conducting physical work duties
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• Must embody and demonstrate company values and culture
  
  

Note: The pay rate for this role is $16.50 per hour.

Why choose FreshDirect?

We're a company that thrives on teamwork. Our evolution is driven by our passionate employees and investment in perfecting the technology that lets us deliver the highest-quality food. Our state-of-the-art facility creates an environment for innovation. We support our employees with on-the-job training for plant employees and drivers, team-building activities, workplace recognition opportunities, and by encouraging direct relationships with our suppliers in the field.

Great people deserve great perks. We offer comprehensive benefits, plus many workplace extras, including:

• A flexible and generous paid time off plan
• 20% off at freshdirect.com and significant markdowns at our employee market
• 24-hour access to the FreshDirect shuttle between our Bronx headquarters and the subway
• Regular events and barbecues for employees
  
  

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Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Descriptions may be subject to change as the needs of the organization change.

As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, FreshDirect does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, FreshDirect will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because they are disabled, a disabled veteran, or a veteran of the Vietnam era, provided they are qualified and meets the requirements established by FreshDirect for the job.