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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 Sorter Operator monitors all five conveyor lanes feeding the merge headed to our liquor box trucks on the wine and spirit side of the warehouse. The Sorter Operator will also be inspecting wave sequence integrity, resolving case jams, and checking for breakage while monitoring the lanes. While operating the sorter, this associate will be monitoring the WCS Monitor at the sorter desk to keep track of wave sequence, the loaders, and the no-read line. The Sorter Operator is also required to send an hourly productivity report to all leaders.
- Must be18 years or older
- Six months of experience in a similar position preferred
- Experience in operating a pallet jack, forklift, and other power equipment preferred
Responsibilities
- Start the system each day 30 minutes before the shift begins, making sure that all mechanical and software functions are working properly
- Begin each day by communicating the volume to the different segments by P.A.
- Accurately communicate with each loader via the P.A. system - informing them of the last wave closeout for each truck
- Accurately use the Company's logistics management system to make sure all cases are accounted for and in wave sequence
- Ensure all loads are properly closed out and the milk tray or sticker is on the correct case
- Identify damages and safely, ensuring the clean-up of spills
- Safely operate the conveyor line and properly shut it down in case of an emergency
- Report or communicate any safety, software, or mechanical problems to the proper management
- Conduct operations and maintain the facility in a neat, clean, orderly, and safe manner
- Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Relationships
- Self-Awareness
- Dependability
- Time Management
- Positive attitude
- Flexibility
- Results-driven
- Accuracy
- Be a MOTIVATOR!
Critical Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to read, write, and perform basic math computations
- 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 Functions
- Regular, reliable attendance required
- Able to frequently operate a pallet jack and/or forklift if assigned
- Able to stand and walk, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- 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 accommodations@udiga.com or call 800-381-9947 for assistance with an accommodation.
