DC Loader/Unloader — Forklift Operator (Rome, NY)

Runnings; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Runnings is hiring a DC Loader/Unloader for their Rome, NY Distribution Center. This position involves efficiently loading and unloading products, maintaining trailer weight distribution, and safety practices. Candidates should have prior forklift experience, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and preferably have prior warehouse experience. This full-time role offers a pay range of $17 to $20 per hour and requires on-site presence in a cold and warm dock environment.

Qualifications

• Prior forklift experience or ability to operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner is required.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Prior warehouse and shipping/receiving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading of trailers, including flatbeds.
• Maintain proper trailer weight distribution while maximizing trailer cubes/space.
• Scan merchandise into inventory using scanning equipment.
• Properly secure shipments to prevent product and trailer damage.
• Practice safety in the workplace by using safe work habits.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading and unloading

Inventory scanning

Weight distribution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DC Loader/Unloader - Rome, NY Distribution Center

Job Category: Distribution Center

Requisition Number: DCLOA006433

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• Posted : May 11, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Rome DC #97
5865 Success Drive
Rome, NY 13440, USA

Description

Runnings has a career opportunity for a Distribution Center Loader in our Rome, NY location. This position will report directly to the Distribution Center Shipper Lead and Supervisor.

The Distribution Center Loaders are responsible for efficiently loading and unloading products into and from dry van trailers including flatbeds. Prior forklift experience or ability to operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner is required.

Pay Range: $17 to $20 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Loading & unloading of trailers, including flatbeds
• Maintain proper trailer weight distribution while maximizing trailer cubes/space
• Perform piece counts to verify accuracy
• Scan merchandise into inventory using scanning equipment.
• Scan product and pallets to truck Id’s in an accurate manner.
• Print price tags and price merchandise accordingly.
• Break down merchandise into smaller quantities for shipping to retail locations.
• Assist with floor loaded shipments, both inbound and outbound.
• Responsible for accurate allocation of quantities.
• Submit packing slips and freight bills as necessary.
• Cross check quantities to packing slip, making necessary notations when needed.
• Load merchandise onto proper pallet, shrink wrap when necessary.
• Properly secure shipments to prevent product and trailer damage.
• Practice safety in the workplace by using safe work habits with a safety-first mindset.

OTHER DUTIES

• Other duties as assigned for facility operation and deadline needs.
• May require travel to assist in other facilities or training.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Forklift experience required.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Long periods of standing & sitting
• Frequent bending and twisting

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior warehouse experience preferred.
• Prior Forklift experience required.
• 1 year prior shipping and receiving experience preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Cold and warm dock conditions

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