What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Porter/ 2nd Shift position at Arcadia Cold Storage?
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
At Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics, our mission is to design and deploy modern facilities and provide innovative solutions through the practical application of technology, creating meaningful value for our customers while helping them meet their strategic objectives establishing The New Age of cold chain. We believe our employees make us different. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop the best employees available in the markets we serve. Only through the strength of our employees will we attain our business goals.
POSITION OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE:
The purpose of a Porter position is to maintain the cleanliness of the warehouse and surrounding facilities such as washrooms, exterior docks, break rooms and local applicable health and safety standards. Duties include emptying trash and recycle bins, sweeping and mopping of floors including use of a powered floor scrubber; operating balers for plastic and cardboard recycling, dusting offices and application of industrial cleaners to sanitize washrooms and other areas when needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Maintain floor cleanliness by using brooms, mops, vacuum and floor scrubbers to remove dust, debris, spills, and trash. May use snow shovel to clear walkways and maintain exterior dock cleanliness.
Operate power jacks to maneuver products and pallets for deep cleaning of rack floors.
Follow sanitation checklists, and work assignment orders for regular cleaning and supply. maintenance of washrooms, office dusting and various area cleaning needs; utilize various cleaning aids such as sponges, wash rags, squeegees, and towels to complete assignments.
May need to make sure cleaning materials and equipment are in good working condition, locked up correctly after use, and stock levels are maintained by taking routine stock checks.
Follow Material Safety Data Sheets for proper use and storage of chemicals and cleaning materials; apply knowledge of chemical and cleaning products for safe use of materials including application and use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Perform pre-work inspection on all tools, materials, and equipment.
Empty waste and recycled bins to consolidate materials for removal or bundling.
Load plastic and cardboard materials and waste into baler for compaction.
Empty contents of portable trash dumpster into the hopper for waste removal.
Identify areas in need of maintenance or cleaning based on visual inspection. Operate powered industrial trucks (power jack and forklift) to maneuver through the warehouse.
Other duties may be assigned to fulfill Arcadias objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate or general education degree (GED) from an accredited institution.
Experience as a certified powered industrial truck operator is preferred.
Basic reading, legible writing and arithmetic skills required. Arcadia Cold Storage And Logistics
Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
Must be comfortable handling cleaning chemicals.
High level of attention to detail.
Solid Communication skills.
Comfortable working independently or as a team.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shifts, including weekends if needed.
All qualified Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
