3rd shift (11pm - 7am) Seasonal Forklift Driver (Sur La Table)

Job description

With over 59 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, **Sur La Table** offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food. The **Seasonal** **Forklift Driver** contributes to the success of Sur La Table by safely moving product through the distribution center to service all internal and external customers. The Seasonal Forklift Driver reports to either a Distribution Supervisor or Operations Manager. ### Job Duties and Responsibilities - Efficiently and safely move, load, unload, store, and stack product using proper equipment in designated areas. - Practices safe and secure material handling methods - Perform all required procedures and documentation in a safe and efficient manner to maintain the highest quality finished product to our customers - Accountable for meeting quality and productivity standards - Routinely work in cross functional roles to assist in meeting daily productivity goals - General housekeeping, maintenance and organization of work area - Record time worked, accurately and according to SLT policy - Consistently follows all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) - Additional responsibilities as assigned ### Essential Functions - Ability to safely operate various types of forklift equipment - Ability to work at varying heights, up to 25 feet - Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with employees, customers, and vendors - Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment. - Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time - Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation - Able to work overtime and weekends as business dictates - Ability to regularly lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 35 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs. - Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crouch in order to retrieve and/or replenish merchandise - Ability to ascend and descend stairs in order to retrieve and/or move merchandise - Ability to learn and operate general warehouse equipment (RF, Pallet Jack) - Ability to perform duties in an environment that is not climate controlled and will be exposed to dust, odors and noise. ### Experience and Required Qualifications - Prior distribution experience preferred - Experience with warehouse management systems and hand-held device preferred - 1-2 years standup forklift experience preferred - Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills - Basic math calculations for selecting, counting, and checking work - Must be at least 18 years old ### Sur La Table Core Competencies for Everyone - Focus on the Customer: You inspire and delight your customers. - Be Genuine: Your communication style is respectful, effective and sincere. - Make the Right Call: You effectively blend knowledge, experience, wisdom & decisive action. - Take Ownership: You are committed, responsible and provide solutions. - Achieve Results: You meet and exceed goals and expectations.