What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Freshpoint?
About FreshPoint
We are a leading provider of fresh produce and related products, dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and service to our customers. At FreshPoint, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team in Maui. As a key member of our warehouse operations, you will be responsible for ensuring that selection slots are consistently replenished during selection and that all replenished slots are rotated in FIFO (first-in-first-out) order.
Responsibilities
- Replenish selection slots during selection operations with a focus on maintaining high productivity levels and ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Rotate product in FIFO order to ensure freshness and quality of produce.
- Clean and sanitize the work area to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, including assisting with inventory management and responding to customer inquiries.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Six (6) months experience in a warehouse environment, preferably with experience operating a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack.
- Basic knowledge of fresh produce, including various types of fruits and vegetables.
- Able to effectively communicate and interact with others in a professional manner.
Physical Demands
This role requires:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, turn the body, and walk.
- Lift and move cases ranging in weight up to 75 lbs continuously to and from heights ranging from floor to knee, waist, shoulder, and overhead.
- Use hands and fingers to peel and stick labels on cases.
- Handle and feel objects and/or equipment controls; reach with hands and arms.
- Must have the ability to talk and hear; must be able to hear warning horns on moving machinery and equipment.
- Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must exhibit a high level of endurance, energy, and strength to successfully perform the position.
Work Environment
Must be able to work in confined spaces and maintain a clean and organized workspace.
