Warehouse Beer Quality Control Representative (6 pm start) Forklift Req

About United

United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.

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The Beer Quality Control is responsible for checking the beer pallets for inaccuracy, making the corrections, recording errors, and reporting to the Area Manager for accountability of errors. He or she appropriately handles all materials following company policies and procedures, and is flexible to perform other functions such as inventory control, sales pick up, shipping & receiving, and returns. He or she will also maintain the safety/sanitation/security of the warehouse environment.

• Must be 18 years or older
• Six months of experience in a similar position strongly preferred
• Experience in operating an electric pallet jack, forklift, and other power equipment preferred

Responsibilities

• Check all beer pallets for inaccuracy and make the necessary corrections
• Ensure all loads are properly stacked, secured, and stable
• Keep appropriate records to track in-house errors to monitor the accuracy of the pickers
• Perform and submit a daily power equipment checklist to the appropriate manager.
• Report in writing any safety or mechanical problems with the power equipment
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Conduct operations and maintain the facility in a neat, clean, orderly, and safe manner
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Change
• Professionalism
• Communication
• Relationships
• Self-Awareness
• Dependability
• Time Management
• Positive attitude
• Flexibility
• Results driven

Critical Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Able to read, write, and perform basic math computation
• Able to learn and use the Company's technology
• Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products
• Working knowledge of computerized hand-held devices\Inventory Control
• Quality Control

Working Conditions

• Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather
• Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas
• Able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels and some dust and fumes from power equipment

Physical Requirements and Essential Job Functions

• Regular, reliable attendance required
• Able to frequently operate a pallet jack and/or forklift
• Able to stand and walk, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Able to stack, unstack and relocate large amounts of product throughout the day
• Able to perform greater than average lifting (50-65 lbs) with some overhead lifting required
• Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision and the ability to judge distance

We are a Drug Free Workplace

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [email protected] or call 800-381-9947 for assistance with an accommodation.