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Sysco is a leading global foodservice distribution company that provides a broad range of food and related products to customers such as restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, and other foodservice operations. Known for its extensive network and commitment to quality, Sysco emphasizes the importance of reliability, safety, and efficiency in all aspects of its supply chain to ensure customer satisfaction. This company is widely respected for its innovative practices, employee benefits, and dedication to maintaining industry-leading standards in food safety and workplace environment.

The role in question is a Warehouse Associate position focused on night shift work, aimed at individuals who thrive in dynamic warehouse settings. This full-time night shift position offers competitive benefits including paid vacation and holidays, comprehensive healthcare options effective shortly after hiring, retirement benefits, employee discounts, and stock purchase programs. The position involves vital warehouse duties including loading and unloading of goods, manual depalletizing, receiving items, put-away and replenishment of stock, as well as product selection under certain conditions. Adherence to Preferred Work Methods (PWMs) is essential for all functions to promote safety, accuracy, and productivity.

Working in this role means operating within different warehouse environments such as freezer, cooler, and dry storage areas, managing the challenges of extreme temperature conditions such as intense cold or heat. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for verifying product integrity, accurately recording inventory data using Radio Frequency (RF) equipment into the warehouse management system, and maintaining a safe and orderly work environment. Responsible operation and routine inspection of material handling equipment (MHE) like forklifts and pallet jacks are required, alongside compliance with all company policies and industry regulations such as OSHA and HACCP standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience with warehouse tools, including specific reach trucks, and must be certified, or willing to become certified, on material handling equipment. Effective communication skills, the ability to work cooperatively in a team, and a strong understanding of safety procedures are critical. The physical demands of this job require frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds, along with the ability to stand, walk, and maneuver within a busy warehouse setting.

This position does not include supervisory responsibilities but plays an essential role in minimizing losses through diligent receiving processes, careful product inspection, and maintaining compliance with safety and operational protocols. The candidate will work closely with supervisors to maintain equipment and warehouse standards and address any operational or safety concerns immediately. This is a critical warehousing role vital to Sysco's ability to provide timely and safe dietary solutions to their extensive customer base.