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Economy Wholesale Grocers
Freezer Cooler Stand Up Forklift Operator
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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$42,490 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Freezer Cooler Stand Up Forklift Operator Economy Wholesale Grocers - 1.5 El Paso, TX Job Details Full-time $15.50 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Retail customer service procedures Customer communication Forklift Material handling equipment operation Full Job Description Become a part of the Economy Team A Little About Us What started as a family business in a small, two-story building at 219 S. Ochoa in 1958 now includes multiple sites, a distribution center, and a customer service center, with goals of further expansion in the near future. As a family-run business, we care about the people and areas we serve. Our market knowledge, cross-border partnerships, export services, and professional bilingual team have helped make Economy Wholesale Grocers the regional leader in wholesale commerce, serving the U.S. and Mexico. What we are looking for Highly motivated individual who provides outstanding customer service by ensuring merchandise is properly displayed and stocked. Maintains proper rotation of merchandise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under direction of supervisor, safely transports incoming and outgoing merchandise to designated areas utilizing appropriate tools/vehicles to accomplish task including but not limited to handheld device, forklift, and/or electric pallet jack. Ensures freezer and coolers are properly stocked. Removes damaged merchandise and places it in its designated area. Ensures correct sign and price is displayed for merchandise. Maintains proper rotation of merchandise. Ensures that all perishable products are put into the proper temperature as quickly as possible. Regularly check temperatures in freezers/coolers to ensure proper temperature is maintained. Must always keep safety a priority, to include pedestrian traffic and forklift operation. Maintains a safe, clean working environment, to include maintaining the inside of the freezer/coolers clean. Maintain pricing in the scale used to weigh meats and cheese. Assists customers as needed. Provides excellent customer service. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent customer service skills. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. 6 months to 1 year of stand up forklift experience. Bilingual preferred.Benefits:
Medical, Vision and Dental coverage. Company Paid Life Insurance. Company Paid Short-Term Disability Vacation time. Company Holidays.Location:
Position is for our 1500 E. Paisano, El Paso, TX 79901 store.Working hours:
Rotating Schedule:
Monday-Friday:
8:00am - 5:00pmSaturday:
8:00am - 2:00pmBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance