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Freezer Cooler Associate Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Sysco

Layer Picker - Midshift Dry

Front Royal, VA · On-site

$28.02/hr

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently exposed to fast moving material handling equipment or other mechanical equipment, extreme cold or heat in freezer/cooler warehouse ...

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Albertsons

Meat Department Manager-Reston

Reston, VA · On-site

$23/hr

... associates across department functions * Ability to operate department tools and equipment following company guidelines * Ability to lift, move, and handle product and work in cooler and freezer ...

Albertsons

Meat Department Manager-McLean

Mclean, VA · On-site

$23/hr

... associates across department functions * Ability to operate department tools and equipment following company guidelines * Ability to lift, move, and handle product and work in cooler and freezer ...

Albertsons

Meat Department Manager-McLean

Mclean, VA · On-site

$23/hr

... associates across department functions * Ability to operate department tools and equipment following company guidelines * Ability to lift, move, and handle product and work in cooler and freezer ...

Capstone Logistics

Freight Handler

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

$700 - $1.0K/wk

... cooler, freezer, and dry docks). Must be able to lift repetitively for up to 8 hours per day and up ... Warehouse Associates perform a variety of warehouse responsibilities including but not limited to ...

Capstone Logistics

Freight Handler

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

$700 - $1.0K/wk

... cooler, freezer, and dry docks). Must be able to lift repetitively for up to 8 hours per day and up ... Warehouse Associates perform a variety of warehouse responsibilities including but not limited to ...

Capstone Logistics

Freight Handler

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

$700 - $1.0K/wk

... cooler, freezer, and dry docks). Must be able to lift repetitively for up to 8 hours per day and up ... Warehouse Associates perform a variety of warehouse responsibilities including but not limited to ...

Food City

Seafood Helper

Marion, VA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Merchandise seafood daily * Assist in organizing cooler/freezer arrangement and rotation of product ... We consider our associates to be our greatest asset. Over 13% of the company is currently owned by ...

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What does a freezer cooler associate do?

A Freezer Cooler Associate is responsible for stocking, organizing, and maintaining products in the freezer and cooler sections of a store or warehouse. They ensure that items are stored at the correct temperatures, monitor inventory levels, and rotate products to maintain freshness. This role often involves working in cold environments for extended periods and may require lifting heavy items. Freezer Cooler Associates also assist customers with locating products and keep the area clean and safe.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freezer cooler associate?

To thrive as a Freezer Cooler Associate, you need strong physical stamina, attention to detail, and basic math skills, often paired with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory tracking systems, handheld scanners, and warehouse safety procedures is typical for the role. Dependability, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills that help maintain smooth operations and a safe work environment. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate inventory management, efficient workflow, and compliance with health and safety standards in temperature-controlled settings.

What are some common challenges faced by freezer cooler associates, and how can they be managed?

Freezer Cooler Associates often work in cold environments for extended periods, which can be physically demanding. Managing the cold, lifting heavy items, and maintaining accuracy while stocking or rotating inventory are common challenges. To handle these, associates wear insulated gear, take regular warm-up breaks as permitted, and stay organized to work efficiently. Teamwork is also essential, as associates frequently coordinate with coworkers to ensure product safety and smooth workflow.

What is the difference between Freezer Cooler Associate vs Stock Clerk?

AspectFreezer Cooler AssociateStock Clerk
CredentialsNone required, may need basic trainingNone required, may need training
Work EnvironmentCold storage areas, retail or warehouse settingsWarehouse, retail stores, stockrooms
Job ResponsibilitiesHandling frozen and refrigerated products, stocking, maintaining cold storageOrganizing inventory, stocking shelves, managing stock levels

Both roles involve stocking and inventory management, but Freezer Cooler Associates focus on cold storage environments with refrigerated products, while Stock Clerks handle general inventory in various retail or warehouse settings. The roles often overlap in responsibilities but differ mainly in work environment and specific product handling.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Freezer Cooler Associate jobs?

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Forklift Operator - Night Freezer

Front Royal, VA • On-site

Sysco Corporation
Food and Beverage Wholesalers • 10K+ employees

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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$27.17/hr

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Company:
US0177 NorthEast Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC
Sales Territory:
None
Zip Code:
22630
Travel Percentage:
0
Compensation Range:
$27.17 / HR
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
Night : Night Shift 11pm-7am Sunday -Thursday
Payrate: $27.12 / HR
Summary:
Responsible for all general warehouse functions including loading, unloading, manual depal, receiving, put-a-way, pulls and replenishments, and selection of product when qualified and as needed in accordance with Preferred Work Methods (PWMs). Each function requires specific equipment and/or process certification. Requires working in freezer, cooler and dry warehouse environments with extreme cold and/or warm temperatures. Performs all duties safely, accurately and meets set productivity standards and goals
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Follow warehouse management system directed tasking to transport pallets of product safely between staging areas (docks, pack/holds, manual depal area and storage areas (rack) following established PWMs.
  • Put away product using material handling equipment (MHE), primarily a reach forklift.
  • Inspect product being moved for shortages, damage, quality, or deterioration of packing and report to supervisor.
  • Replenish product to full pallet or hand stack pick location/slot from reserve location following directed tasking and established PWMs.
  • Remove shrink wrap, bands or tape when placing a pallet into a selection location (for replenishments).
  • Ensure pallets are secured with shrink wrap for effective delivery to a door or staging area and to rack storage (for puts).
  • When carrying multiple pallets, pallet with heavier items should be transported on the bottom and pallet with lighter items should be placed on the top to prevent damage to lighter product.
  • Deliver stacked pallets to assigned area on loading dock in an effort to ensure that products are accurately staged and can be systematically loaded.
  • Must successfully complete the forklift operator certification process and testing and be able to perform the PWMs.
  • Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrink/damage (product loss).
  • Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
  • Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
  • Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
  • Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
  • Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
  • Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
  • Use warehouse computers and RF equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
  • Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
  • Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. OSHA {Occupational Health and Safety Administration}, HACCP {Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points}, etc.).
  • Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
  • Performs other warehouse duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None

Qualifications:
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must pass a functional capacity test.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with supervision, management and co-workers.
  • Must be able to observe and to communicate those observations verbally and in written form to others responsible for the equipment operation and maintenance.

Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; six months previous forklift experience required. Reach truck experience preferred. Material handling equipment experience preferred. Crown and/or Raymond reach truck experience a plus.

Language Skills:
  • Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Must have ability to read and write simple correspondence. Must have ability to speak effectively in one-on-one and in a small group situations and to respond to questions from managers, associates, and peers.

Mathematical Skills:
  • Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:
  • Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must have ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Certification on material handling equipment is required, or the ability to become certified.

Physical Requirements of the Position:
  • The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An individual should contact his or her supervisor or the Human Resources Department if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The associate is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The associate is required to stoop, kneel, crouch or sit. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Job is performed in a warehouse/operations environment. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently exposed to fast moving material handling equipment or other mechanical equipment, extreme cold or heat in freezer/cooler warehouse environments including temperature of zero degrees. The associate is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, contained toxic or caustic chemicals, low voltage electrical equipment and vibration. The noise level in the work environment usually is loud.

Work hours:
  • This is a full-time position. The incumbent must have the ability to work a varying schedule which might include shift work (days or nights), weekdays or weekends, and some holidays. Work hours may vary or change based on customer order, departmental or business requirements.

Travel:
  • The position does not require travel.
  • The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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