Transportation Operations Associate at Sysco

New York, New York, United States

Sysco Logo
$38,859 – $38,859Compensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Logistics, Transportation, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to operate Sysco Warehouse Management System (SWMS) and Transportation Management System (TMS)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Teams for logging and communication
  • Familiarity with SharePoint for scanning documents
  • Ability to inspect trailers for damage, seal integrity, and reefer unit status (temperature and fuel level)
  • Capability to perform temperature/fuel checks and yard checks
  • Effective communication skills with supervisors, leads, carriers, drivers, contractors, and warehouse personnel
  • Ability to work midshift: Monday-Friday 2 pm - 10 pm
  • Commitment to safety requirements, food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and Preferred Work Methods (PWMs)

Responsibilities

  • Inspect inbound and outbound trailers for significant/noticeable damage, food safety-relevant issues (dents, holes, cracked hinges), seal integrity, and reefer unit status; report damages, seal discrepancies, low reefer fuel, and temperature issues immediately
  • Act as liaison between carriers, drivers, contractors, and Sysco facility to ensure adherence to safety requirements and procedures
  • Support food safety policies, SOPs, and prerequisite programs per Food Safety Commitment documentation
  • Report and resolve reefer equipment issues (e.g., turning on/off, priming, reporting low fuel or error codes) to prevent product loss
  • Accurately check outbound shipments off the yard using SWMS, verifying trailer, seal, and temperature; complete gate section of Outbound Load Form (OLF)
  • Maintain accurate yard data using SWMS
  • Use Microsoft Teams to log scheduled live outbound shipment trailer and status information; communicate assigned dock doors to drivers
  • Ensure outbound UUC freight forward paperwork is scanned with OLF; request missing paperwork via email to warehouse DLs
  • Monitor and maintain “Pre-Cool” section of yard; advise drivers on reefer settings
  • Perform temperature/fuel checks and yard checks on dropped trailers; scan copies to SharePoint or distribution list
  • Communicate with supervisor/lead to identify, resolve issues, and improve yard management processes
  • Research, track, and resolve (or refer) documentation problems and discrepancies

Skills

Sysco Warehouse Management System
SWMS
Transportation Management System
TMS
Yard Operations
Gate Verification
Trailer Inspection
Food Safety Compliance
Reefer Unit Management

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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