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.
General Description/Purpose:
The Receiver is responsible for accurately and efficiently receiving inbound freight and ensuring that its quality meets our customer’s expectations. The Receiver reports to the First Shift Supervisor
Job Responsibilities:
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Arrive on time for the start of the scheduled shift
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Perform a pre-operation inspection of any equipment being used in the receiving process
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Accurate receive items and palletize them for put away
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Adhere to HACCP requirements of refrigerated loads
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Follow company and SQF guidelines when handling products, including the handling of damaged cases found during receiving
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Ensure pallets are properly wrapped to ensure stability though the warehouse
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Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times
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Verify, UPD, Description, and Pack Size of item being received
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Additional duties (selecting, cleaning, replenishing bays, or others) as requested by supervisor
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Must be at least 18 years old
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Ability to read, speak and understand English in order to understand supervisor instructions
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Organized, self-motivated and have good communication skills
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Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment
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Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test
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Must have reliable transportation to and from work
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Ability to use the RF gun
Education and Experience:
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High school diploma or equivalent required
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Prior receiving experience (Preferred, not required)
Physical Requirements:
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Able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods of time
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Able to lift 75 pounds consistently throughout shift
Work Schedule:
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Monday- Friday 5am-1:45pm
Wages:
Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
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Flexible Paid Time Off
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Company paid holidays
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Health, prescription, and dental insurance
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Life and disability insurance
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Supplemental insurances
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401 (k) with company match
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Employee assistant program
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Employee purchase program
River Valley Holdings is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).