Observation: Selection SWM

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• Conducted on

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• Observer

• Colleague observed

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• Location of observation (Dry, cooler, freezer, delivery location, etc.)

Previous assessment score:

• Previous Pieces Per Hour (PPH)

General Questions

• Selector arrives for work on time and prepared to work. Employee does not chew gum, eat food, chew tobacco, or drink liquids in the warehouse.

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• Stretches before starting by using the “Warm up to Work” Exercises and dress for work wearing proper personal protective equipment.

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• Retrieves pallet jack and S.O.S. equipment before pre-shift starts. Does proper pre-trip inspection.

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• Is ready to work with Wrap, Rolls, Pick Stick, Box/Bag for label backings. Cleans printer’s head with cleaning pen before first assignment.

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• Checks display screen for any special selection requirements.

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• Obtains proper pallets (Wood / Plastic)

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• Plans assignments based on zones, pieces, high quantity items, and total cube per pallet. Does not pick from high quantity item screen.

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• Picks the order in label sequence.

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• Reviews assignment and travels directly to the first pick location. Checks for splits and catch-weights.

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• Selector scans ahead by constantly surveying S.O.S. unit to recognize upcoming pick locations.

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• Looks for barcode to scan while stepping to slot location.

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• Follow pick sequence procedures. Avoid walking around the pallet to place cases whenever possible.

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• Places light product on top of heavy. Keep liquid, chemicals and glass containers right side up. Keep arrows straight up.

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Pallet Jack Placement Questions

• Parks equipment within 2 feet of bay for easy selection of item. This allows for passing by other associates and room to properly pivot and not twist during lifting.

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• Parks at proper pallet zone across from slot location where case is to be picked.

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• Steps off at slot location to reduce number of steps. Pallet jack must come to a complete stop before dismounting.

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• Avoids parking in the cross aisles to reduce congestion.

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• Avoids parking alongside another selector, but parks either ahead or behind.

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• Uses cut-through aisles ONLY when directed, understands the increased likelihood of PIE collision due to minimal visibility.

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• Walks with machine on short distances (2 bays or less) keeping feet clear.

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Pick Sequence Questions

• Selector Must Scan Product, if the item cannot be scanned, then he/she must scan the pick location and verify before selecting cases.

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• Picks product immediately after verification of display screen. This lessens the possibility of being distracted and making an error.

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• Selector uses the SIPPL technique for picking: Scan: Looking for bar code as they approach the slot then scans the case; Identify: Identifies product and surveys screen for special instructions i.e. MULTI or Enter for Catch Weights; Pick: Selector picks the product; Place: Selector places the product in the appropriate zone on the pallet; Label: Selector labels the product.

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• Places the label firmly on the outer side of the case. Labels must be facing forward or sideways. Avoids placing labels over item’s weight, upc codes, item description, top or bottom of the case.

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• Follows pallet information on zones when placing cases on pallet.

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• Labels multiple picks while cases are selected. Verifies count.

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• Follows correct procedure for entering catch weights.

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• Follows short label handling procedures.

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Lifting Techniques Question

• Selector uses proper lifting techniques at all times. (BLAST)

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• Obtains multiple cases only when it is physically appropriate – never strains to pick up additional cases.

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• Uses proper methods to pick cases from the back of second and third level slots. Using pick sticks to obtain hard to reach cases.

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Stacking Efficiency Questions

• Builds secure pallets, interlocking cases whenever possible. Maintains good zones on pallet without building chimney stacks.

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• Maintains case alignment with pallet perimeter as cases are added – Maximize pallet space.

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• Able to change batteries in the S.O.S. equipment.

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• Able to reload labels in the S.O.S. printer.

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• Puts blankets on produce that has been selected.

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• Puts float label on top right hand corner of pallet.

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• Selector presses “ENTER” to obtain next assignment after staging pallets on dock.

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• Takes authorized time for breaks and lunch.

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Equipment Operation Questions

• Selector follows safety rules and practices safe work habits when traveling in the warehouse.

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• Completely stops machine before dismounting.

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• Always operates machine from standing position. Does not sit on machine while traveling.

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• Uses four-point contact at all times when driving equipment.

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• Looks in the direction of travel. Yields right-of- way when entering a main aisle.

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• Makes eye contact with pedestrians and associates on equipment.

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• Sounds horn at intersections and entering/exiting main aisles.

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• When traveling in the warehouse, travels with forks and load trailing.

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• Allows four complete bays clearance for forklift functions.

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• Takes equipment to battery area before breaks or lunch to change battery when needed / Plugs in equipment to fast charger units before breaks or lunch.

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• Returns equipment to designated area. Conducts Post trip inspection and plugs battery to charger.

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Overall Work Method Performance Rating Questions

• What was the associate's overall work method performance rating?

  Above average

  Average

  Needs improvement

Origami Entries Confirmation

• Coaching of the colleague was done when necessary.

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  No

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• A Safety Huddle was performed with additional colleagues if this colleague displayed an action or answered a question which would need to be addressed with a large audience.

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  N/A

Comments and Signatures

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• Supervisor comments

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