1st Shift Fork Lift Operator

Frozen Forklift Operators River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods and Garden Spot Foods, distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY and New Holland, PA.Job Description: Frozen Forklift Operators are responsible for safely and accurately selecting cases of frozen grocery products, building pallets, replenishing selection slots and putting away received freight for delivery to retail customers. The successful candidate is goal-oriented, able to work in a low temperature environment, and demonstrates dependability, efficiency, and attention to detail.Wages:Starting rate of $21.00 per hour with increase up to $22.00 possible within 90 daysHours:Sunday 8am - 4:45pm, Monday - Thursday, 6am - 2:45pmEssential Functions:Read order requirements and shelf locations.Ensure order accuracy while meeting productivity goals.Build and prepare pallets for shipping.Safely operate equipment required to pick stock from shelves.Work with team members and supervisors to ensure coordination of work.Perform additional job duties as required.Requirements and Qualifications:Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma or equivalentAble to read and speak EnglishAble to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout the shiftAble to work for sustained periods in cold temperaturesAble to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods of timeAble to pass a pre-employment drug screening testMust have reliable transportation to and from workPrior warehouse experience (preferred, not required)Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibilityAbility to communicate and use teamwork to achieve goalsBenefits:We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:Flexible Paid Time OffCompany paid holidaysHealth, prescription, and dental insuranceLife and disability insuranceSupplemental insurances401 (k) with company matchEmployee assistant programEmployee purchase programCold temperature gear provided: jacket, pants and glovesRiver Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).