3PL Floater

Pet Food Experts,LLC; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Safety Footwear Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Join Pet Food Experts in Tacoma, WA as a 3PL Floater and be a part of a company dedicated to serving independent pet retailers. You will accurately fulfill customer orders and support various warehouse operations to ensure timely fulfillment.

With a competitive starting pay of $22 per hour, guaranteed pay increases, and a full benefits package, your commitment will be recognized. Enjoy a supportive workplace that cares about your growth!

Qualifications

• Ability to read packs and order labels accurately.
• Knowledge of stock items and shipping procedures.
• Willingness to work with purpose and urgency.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fulfill customer orders by selecting and loading products.
• Perform picking, receiving, and order loading.
• Complete appropriate paperwork for shipping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team focus

Safe lifting techniques

Job description

Description

Join the Pack at Pet Food Experts!

With a rich history spanning over 80 years, Pet Food Experts has evolved from a small family-run business into the nation's leading pet specialty distributor, proudly serving over 10,000 pet retail locations nationwide.

At Pet Food Experts (PFX), we do more than distribute the best pet products—we fuel independent pet retailers with passion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to community. And now, with unprecedented growth and an expanded national footprint, we’re stronger than ever, ready to serve more retailers, support more brands, and make an even bigger impact in the pet industry.

If you're an animal lover with a heart for independent businesses and a drive for excellence, we want you on our team!

What You'll Do:

The 3PL Floater accurately fulfills customer orders by selecting, moving, and loading products both manually and using material handling equipment. They also support warehouse operations including picking, receiving, replenishment, put-away, and order loading to ensure timely order fulfillment.

• Perform picking, receiving, replenishment, put-aways and order loading to meet daily goals.
• Download, print, invoice and manage all daily orders in the warehouse systems.
• Read work orders and receive verbal instructions for work assignments to assemble shipping boxes for orders, select product and transport filled orders to 3p packing stations, and loading trucks using material handling equipment including push cart, pallet jack, forklift and reach truck
• Complete packaging and processing order at 3p stations using packing materials
• Load 3p Trucks with completed orders
• Complete appropriate paperwork

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Knowledge of items that are in stock and to be shipped
• Ability to read packs, order labels, other information and match to visible items and other data.
• Ability to perform computer lookup/inquiries to determine product location and/or description
• Knowledge and practice of safe lifting techniques
• Attention to detail, good decision-making skills
• Positive attitude, team focus - successful working both independently and cooperatively with others
• Ability and willingness to work with purpose and a strong sense of urgency

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Pet People, First and Always: We're a company built on relationships - both with our team and the independent pet community we serve.

• An Industry on the Move: With our recent expansion, we're more connected than ever, creating career growth opportunities at every level.
• Culture of Care: From employee wellness to professional development, we invest in YOU.
• Fun & Furry Perks: Think company events, supportive colleagues, and a community that actually cares.

Schedule:

Monday- Friday: 7am- work is complete

Application Deadline:

9/28

Compensation: Step Progression Pay System

At Pet Food Experts, we believe in recognizing the commitment and dedication of our team. That's why we've designed a pay structure to support your long-term growth and reward high performance.

Here's how it works:

• Starting Pay: $22.00 per hour.
• Guaranteed Pay Increases: Employees receive a pay increase after 6 months of employment and an additional increase after 1 year of service and beyond
• Additional Earning Opportunities: Pay rate increases are scheduled regularly based on your length of service

Pawsome Perks of Joining PFX:

• No Scheduled Weekends! - More time for family, adventures, or just lounging with your pets.
• Full Benefits Package - Medical, dental, and vision to keep you feeling your best.
• 401(k) with Employer Match - Because your future matters.
• Safety Footwear Reimbursement - We help keep your feet comfy and protected!
• Overtime Pay - Extra $$ for extra hours (because your time is valuable).
• Paid Holidays - Celebrate, relax, and recharge - on us!
• Employee Discounts on Pet Food & Supplies - Because your pets deserve the best, too!

At PFX, we take care of our team- because when you feel good, you do good. Ready to be part of something bigger?

*Any offers of employment are contingent upon passing a required background check

Pet Food Experts is an equal opportunity employer. Pet Food Experts does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.