Home Chef
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ReachTruckOperator-1stShift
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“Reach Truck Operator - 1st Shift at Home Chef. Skills: Reach truck operation, Warehouse organization, Inventory rotation. Move all received pallets through the facility. Manage organization of storage”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school degree or equivalent, Perform tasks in a safe manner, Follow all safety procedures, Wear required PPE, Follow facility GMPs
Nice to Have
Previous experience using standup counterbalance forklift / reach truck
What You'll Do.
Move all received pallets through the facility
Manage organization of storage
Manage proper rotation of products
Load finished goods pallets
Load transfers pallets
Load donations pallets
Keep meticulous load diagrams
Perform all tasks safely
Perform all tasks timely
Perform all tasks organized
Unload inbound trailers
Stage pallets in designated areas
Palletize all mixed products onto separate pallets
Scan pallets upon completion of receipt
Haul tagged pallets to correct storage location
Rotate older pallets down into selection position
Place newly received pallet in elevated storage location
Keep dock clear of debris
Keep pallets and receiving tools organized
Verify all products being issued to production
Keep production drop zones stocked
Keep drop zones clean
Keep drop zones organized
Ensure returned pallets are not mixed
Ensure boxes are taped and labeled
Secure outbound trailer
Inspect outbound trailer
Identify pallets to be loaded
Complete load diagrams accurately
Turn load diagram in to lead/supervisor
Keep warehouse organized
Group items together for easier location
Pull down existing pallets in higher elevations
Put newest product in elevated locations
Rotate older products to floor selection/pick positions
Keep selection/pick positions replenished
Remove broken pallets from selection bins
Remove empty pallets from selection bins
Sort broken pallets from usable ones
Place good stacks of pallets in racks
Prepare products for hold
Prepare products for donations
Prepare products for resale
Prepare products for returning to vendor
Stack products for disposition
Wrap products for disposition
Tag products for disposition
Haul products to designated areas
Assist with completing any function needed
Perform pre-shift equipment checks
Sign for all equipment needed
Sign back in equipment upon completion of shift
Own proper organization of all goods
Be respectful of others
Carry selves in professional manner
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with production teams; Assist other departments
Full Job Description
Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings. This role follows a 1st shift schedule, working from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with designated days off on Thursday and Friday. Reach Truck Operators are primarily responsible for the movement of all received pallets through the facility, owning correct FEFO/FIFO as they manage organization of storage and proper rotation. They handle the loading of finished goods, transfers, and donations pallets on outbound trailers; keeping meticulous load diagrams. The operators perform all tasks and duties in a safe, timely, and organized manner in accordance with SOPs and Home Chef's commitment to safety first, quality always. Detailed Responsibilities Receiving Ensure inbound trailers have been safely secured per safety guidelines prior to unloading. Unload pallets and stage in designated areas on dock for receiving and QA inspection. Palletize all mixed products onto separate pallets to assist with accuracy of inspection and receipt. Upon completion of receipt, scan pallets and ens
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