2nd shift Shipping Loader

Allen Harim; Delaware; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Harim seeks a 2nd shift Shipping Loader in Harbeson, DE. The role loads poultry products onto trailers, checks counts and labels, and operates forklifts and pallet jacks in a refrigerated setting. You’ll follow USDA/ HACCP standards and work with shipping staff to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

The position requires basic PC skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to work weekends or overtime as needed. Prior warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic PC skills and attention to detail required.
• Experience in warehouse/shipping environments preferred.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Load poultry products onto trailers according to schedules and orders.
• Verify counts, labels, and shipment accuracy before loading.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment safely.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of loading docks and warehouses.
• Follow food safety and safety requirements at all times.
• Support inventory counts and cooperate with team members.

Skills

Basic PC skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Ability to read shipping labels

Strong work ethic

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

MS Office

Job description

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2nd shift Shipping Loader

Regular Full-Time Harbeson, DE, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1471

Salary Range: $16.90 To $17.90 Hourly

Summary

The Shipping Loader is responsible for loading fresh and frozen poultry products onto trailers for shipment while ensuring product accuracy, proper handling, and compliance with food safety and company standards. This position supports warehouse and shipping operations by safely moving products, maintaining product integrity, and ensuring timely loading activities within a refrigerated poultry processing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Load poultry products onto trailers according to shipping schedules and customer orders.
• Verify product counts, labels, pallet configurations, and shipment accuracy before loading.
• Safely operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment as required.
• Ensure proper handling of products to prevent damage and maintain product quality.
• Assist with staging pallets and organizing products in coolers and freezers.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness, temperature, and overall condition prior to loading.
• Follow USDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA, sanitation, and company safety requirements at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of shipping docks, loading areas, and warehouse spaces.
• Report damaged product, inventory discrepancies, equipment issues, or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with inventory counts and general warehouse duties as needed.
• Work closely with shipping clerks, forklift operators, supervisors, and transportation personnel to ensure efficient operations.
• Support continuous improvement and productivity initiatives within the shipping department.

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.

Note for level:

• Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
• Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
• Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge

• Previous warehouse, shipping, manufacturing, or food processing experience preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts or pallet jacks preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced refrigerated environment.
• Ability to read shipping labels, product codes, and basic documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Skills

• Basic PC skills required – MS office suite
• Experience in poultry processing or food manufacturing environments.
• Basic understanding of warehouse and shipping operations.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout the work shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in refrigerated, wet, and noisy environments.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and wear required PPE including gloves, hairnets, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots.

This position operates within a poultry processing and cold storage environment with exposure to refrigerated temperatures, moisture, moving equipment, noise, and raw poultry products.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment