DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with emphasis on fast and friendly service. Receive all DSD (Direct Store Delivery) shipments; log deliveries and all non-Albertsons/Tom Thumb distribution deliveries into the computer system. Break down loads from DSD suppliers; transport product from receiving area to freezer or cooler as needed. Ensure cost control, quality control, and inventory control by: Verifying orders against invoices Auditing product case contents Using electronic receiving system to confirm costs Maintain invoices and reports in the established filing system per record retention schedule. Review and accept only proper and correct orders submitted by outside sales representatives. Prevent shrink, damage, and spoilage of products; repair and price damaged product if saleable; discard or return damaged product to vendor as required. Maintain security, sanitation, and organization of receiving, storage, and loading dock areas. Perform training duties for staff. Operate related equipment such as: Manual/electric pallet jacks Power lifts Balers and compactors Safety cutters, scissors, pricing guns Telephone and computer equipment (handheld units, printers) Occasionally perform duties such as ordering, stocking, facing, pricing, marking, and rotating dairy and frozen food items in the absence of clerks. Inspect backroom equipment (e.g., pallet jack, baler) and report malfunctions to Store Director. Follow and maintain department standards and requirements. Train employees in store policies, sales, and record-keeping procedures. Identify and develop employees with high potential for advancement. Maintain working knowledge of company policies and guidelines as outlined in the Albertsons/Tom Thumb Employee Handbook. Enforce proper code dating for all products within the department. Control shrink and costs. Comply with all workplace safety rules and regulations. Ensure safety, cleanliness, and sanitation of work area and equipment. Implement emergency procedures for equipment or software malfunctions. Comply with company grooming standards and dress code. Perform all job duties safely, accurately, and with honesty and integrity. Other duties as assigned. SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to maintain professionalism. Ability to frequently reach, lift, and maneuver objects up to 60 lbs; frequent bending, stooping, and repetitive arm movements. Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination; ability to stand for long periods. Mental alertness for safe and accurate work completion. Basic math skills; knowledge of weights, measures, product standards, perishability, sanitation, labeling, and department policies. Ability to operate telephone, pallet jack, hand truck, power lifts, balers, scissors, and safety cutters; utilize cleaning supplies and equipment. May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays; variable schedule; good attendance required. Exposure to potential hazards related to equipment and work aids. WORK ENVIRONMENT Primarily temperature-controlled environment. Frequent exposure to refrigerated conditions (around 35°F) and occasional exposure to freezer conditions (-20°F). Occasional travel, including overnight, may be required.