Obtains signature or receipt of items and completes necessary inventory records. Returns empty carts, pots and pans, and usable food to warehouse and stores in proper location. Retrieves and places outgoing freight on shipping dock. Makes unscheduled or emergency deliveries and maintains warehouse in a clean, orderly manner. They have regular contact with vendors to receive merchandise information and place orders, with warehouse workers and office staff to direct, oversee, and coordinate warehouse functions such as inventory, purchasing, shipping, receiving, and delivery, and with the business office in such areas as inventory control, billings, purchasing, etc.
Employees have regular contact with freight and transport companies regarding delivery of goods.
Some employees use a food handlers manual to ensure proper handling of food items. Some positions require the willingness to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time or to lift heavy objects. Basic knowledge of State purchasing regulations. Basic knowledge of transportation agencies and shipping methods. Skill in conducting an inventory and monitoring inventory record keeping reports.