Loader

Ocean Mist Farms; Coachella (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

COA Shipping-Exempt in Coachella, CA seeks a Loader to accurately and efficiently load finished goods for outbound shipments while maintaining proper inventory rotation in the cooling facility. You will ensure orders are picked, staged, and loaded safely, meeting quality and food safety standards.

The role requires 2-5 years in related shipping operations, forklift certification, and the ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in agricultural cooling, receiving, and/or shipping operations.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic math, reading, and documentation skills.
• Experience using radio frequency scanners and reading pallet tags.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound trucks in a timely manner, verify order details and counts.
• Coordinate with drivers for load configuration and special instructions.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness and integrity before loading.
• Ensure pallets are in good condition and secured.
• Rotate products in cold rooms following FIFO guidelines.
• Accurately pick customer orders per tickets and instructions.
• Document loaded quantities on loading manifests and pallet counts.
• Verify shipments for accuracy and report variances.
• Tag and track pallets and leftovers as required for inventory.
• Receive products from transfers and assist with cold storage placement.

Skills

Forklift operation

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

RF scanners

Pallet tags reading

Job description

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Loader

COA Shipping-Exempt Regular Full-Time Manual Labor Coachella, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1122

Salary Range: $17.12 To $22.88 Annually

The Loader is responsible for accurately and efficiently loading finished goods for outbound shipments while maintaining proper inventory rotation within the cooling facility. This role ensures customer orders are picked, staged, and loaded correctly, safely, and in compliance with quality, weight, and food safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Load outbound trucks in a timely manner, verifying order details, load counts, commodities, and aging reports
• Coordinate with drivers to confirm load configuration, truck identification, and special instructions prior to loading
• Inspect trailers before loading to ensure cleanliness, structural integrity, and suitability for product (e.g., no damage, odors, or unstable flooring)
• Ensure pallets and boxes are in good condition, stacked securely, and stabilized using corner boards and shrink wrap as required
• Maintain proper product rotation in cold rooms, following FIFO guidelines unless otherwise directed
• Accurately pick customer orders according to pick tickets and special instructions
• Document all loaded quantities on the loading manifest, including pallet counts and packaging materials used
• Verify inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage, report quality variances immediately
• Remove pallet stickers and properly tag partial or leftover pallets as required for inventory tracking
• Receive product from transfer loads and assist with cold storage placement as needed
• Learn and apply correct loading patterns and configurations for various commodities to ensure product integrity\
• Load transport vehicles with evenly distributed weight to ensure safe transport and compliance with gross weight regulations
• Complete daily equipment and forklift inspections and follow all safe operating procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule, work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays as required
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in agricultural cooling, receiving, and/or shipping operations
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification
• Basic math, reading, and documentation skills
• Experience using radio frequency scanners, scan guns, and reading pallet tags
• Ability to verify shipped quantities against pick tickets and manifests
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Good interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset and the ability to work effectively with drivers, peers, and supervisors
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and accountability (honor system)
• Sufficient vision and hearing to safely perform job duties
• Ability to perform physical tasks including loading, unloading, and moving produce