Support - Checker

Bozzuto's is looking for a Checker/Receiver to oversee the daily process for incoming freight, ensuring that the highest quality inbound standards are maintained, and that Bozzuto’s best interests are preserved.  This is accomplished through the verification that the right product is received with the accurate quantity, proper dimensions, in the highest quality/damaged-free state, stacked at the right hi/ti on an approved pallet.  Where applicable the capturing of the code date information must be fulfilled in an accurate and precise manner.  The fulfillment of these basic objectives is pivotal to the successful function of the Distribution checker.

2. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION (but not limited to): 

• Inspecting incoming freight and identify damage, count accurately, and uphold standards
• Reading and interpreting receiving documents and Bill of Laden’s
• Writing neatly, accurately, and legibly on company documents
• Lifting freight or pallets repetitively
• Interacting professionally with Team Members, Management, Procurement, and Truck Drivers
• Communicating clearly, in English to any and all internal and external personnel
• The ability to function in the WIMS system as it relates to data recording (hand helds) and inbound
• Being able to operate a forklift and perform forklift functions at the required productivity level (this is the secondary responsibilities of all Checkers and will be expected to fulfill when asked to do so)
• Upholding the good name and reputation of Bozzuto’s on and off the job, representing the company in a professional manner at all times 

3. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, ABILITY REQUIRED:

• The ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Being able to lift up to 75 lbs repetitively and push/pull items with a resistance of up to 50 pounds
• Use repetitive motions with upper and lower extremities
• Perform work in a refrigerated and non-refrigerated environment with a wide range of temperatures
• To be certified in the proper use of forklift and other required equipment
• Being able to work extended hours based on business needs
• Adheres to all Company safety rules
• Adheres to all Company Rules of Acceptable Conduct
• Ability to work in an unstructured environment

4. NATURE OF POSITION AND BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT:

    MAJOR CHALLENGES:

• Distribution Center with up to one hundred associates working at one time
• Full-time position, at times requiring extended hours to fulfill business objectives
• Varying shifts (scheduled around the needs of the business, considering current shift)
• Fast paced dynamic environment requiring the ability to multi-task
• Candidate must be comfortable working in various temperatures 

    INTERACTIONS:

• With all levels of team members within Bozzuto’s, Inc., particularly Procurement, Management, and all Receiving personnel
• All external customers receiving service
• Vendors, shippers, third party contacts within the food industry

    BUSINESS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Distribution Center
• Outside storage facility