With over 50 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 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 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.
This job description represents a summary of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Sur La Table has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
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