Distribution Center Loader

NAPA Auto Parts; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company seeks a warehouse assistant to stage, shrink-wrap, and load pallets for shipments. You’ll inspect trailers, map loading of customer orders, and operate pallet jacks or forklifts while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

This role requires reliability, clear communication, and basic literacy to accurately handle parts and routes. You will pull stock orders as needed and assist with other DC shuttles, adhering to all safety rules to protect yourself and colleagues in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or 6 months of related work experience.
• Forklift certification preferred; ability to operate pallet jacks and forklifts safely.
• Able to read, write and understand basic English; good mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and push/pull heavy loads with equipment when needed.

Responsibilities

• Stage products on pallets and shrink wrap for shipment.
• Load pallets onto trucks and inspect trailers for suitability.
• Ensure correct parts are loaded to the right trucks with speed and accuracy.
• Operate pallet jack or forklift as needed and keep work area clean.
• Pull stock orders and assist with processing other DC shuttles.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in safe work practices.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Basic English literacy

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Position Mission:This position will be responsible for, among other things, stages, shrink wraps and loads products by trip number and store number as it is received from the packing and pulling areas of the stockroom. Prepares palletized loads for shipment by shrink-wrapping product to ensure safe transportation or storage, including safe and proper balancing and placement of products. Additionally, this position assists with safe and proper pallet building and selects products for specific routes.Responsibilities:Stages product on pallets, shrink wraps to prevent loss, and loads pallets on trucksInspects trailers for suitability before loadingEnsures correct parts are placed on the correct truck – packs the right parts for delivery to the right customers with accuracy and speed, maps out the organization of loading customer orders from skids to trucksOperates pallet jack or forklift as neededMaintains the integrity of products through proper handling and storageKeeps work area clean to avoid potential accidents and to allow for rapid loadingPulls stock orders until time to load trucks as neededAssists with processing other DC shuttlesWorks in a safe manner following all safety procedures, rules and regulationsPerforms all other duties as assigned by managementExperience, Education, and Abilities:High School Diploma or 6 months of equivalent work experience requiredForklift certified preferredRegular, reliable, predictable attendanceAble to speak clearly and listen attentivelyCapable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers (both visually and aurally) and remembering their sequenceShould have basic computer APGJCe skillsCapable of lifting and moving merchandise of up to 60 lbs.Able to push/pull up to 300 lbs. using mechanical aids, such as hand trucks, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc.Able to bend or stoop to floor-level shelves and be able to reach shelves (eight feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessaryMust be able to get in and out of the back of truck with parts while using a ramp when necessaryAble to stand and walk for entire work shiftWork Environment:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, hazardous materials, outside weather conditions of extreme heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.