Loader/Checker

Wawa, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) Plan

Medical/Dental/Prescription Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Wawa, Inc. is seeking a loader/checker for a 2nd shift in Media, PA. The role involves loading/unloading, palletizing, and ensuring accurate orders while operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment. Applicants should have a high school diploma and be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs repeatedly.

The position requires adherence to safety procedures and participation in team safety meetings; accommodation is available as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to learn FAA regulations for 2-way radios.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Pushing/pulling heavy pallet equipment up to 1,000 lbs.
• Able to climb an eight-foot ladder when needed.

Responsibilities

• Package and prepare finished product for shipping (shrink wrap, palletizing).
• Load finished product onto trailers using powered equipment.
• Unload materials from trailers and place in appropriate area.
• Move materials for shipping and storage.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accurate orders.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic reading writing arithmetic

FAA regulations for 2-way radios

Shift-work adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Job Description Schedule: 2nd Shift, 6p-4:30am - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday Location: Media, PA The loader/checker is responsible for using industrial powered equipment and automation equipment to load, unload, move, stack, stage and count products and materials. Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and vehicles in and around the facility.

Principle Duties

• Package and prepare finished product for shipping (shrink wrapping, palletizing, blocking and corrugating).
• Load finished product onto trailers and trucks using powered equipment and manual labor.
• Unload materials (empty crates/inbounds) from trailers and place in appropriate area.
• Move materials as necessary for shipping and storage.
• Perform quality control checks(no damaged goods in or out / accurate orders).
• Operate within all Standard Operating Procedures and Job Safety Analysis.
• Attend all safety and operational meetings.
• Operate industrial powered equipment (forklifts, clamp trucks, pallet jacks).
• Operate other warehouse equipment (shrink wrap machines).
• Complete all necessary daily paperwork.
• Perform all required pre/post inspection reports for all equipment.
• Communicate with operators on other shifts and in other departments.
• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
• Comply with OSHA Standards.
• Turn off and lock equipment when not in use.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic reading, writing, arithmetic skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to learn FAA regulations for 2-way radios
• Forklift experience preferred
• Must be able to perform the following physical behaviors repetitively throughout a shift: standing, walking, handling, reaching horizontally, reaching above the shoulder, reaching below waist, grasping firmly, pushing buttons, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, pulling and pushing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs on a regular basis
• Must be able to push/pull a manual pallet hand truck, up to 1,000 pounds.
• Must be able to pull a stack of six cases, weighing up to 216 pounds, a short distance.
• Must be able to work with a variety of chlorinated alkali cleaners and acid sanitizers.
• Must be able to climb an eight foot ladder to attach piping or pull jammed empty milk cases, carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to work entire shift
• Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at [e-mail].
• Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
• In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical/Dental/Prescription Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Employee Credit Union
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Resource Groups
• eligibility requirements may apply

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Company Culture

Here at Wawa, the sky's the limit. Voted as “America’s Favorite Convenience Store,” Wawa operates a chain of convenience retail stores located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina and Washington D.C. Today, Wawa is your all day, every day stop for fresh, built-to-order foods, beverages, coffee, fuel services, and surcharge-free ATMs. We're making every day a little more fulfilling—one smile, hoagie, and experience at a time. We know that it's our Associates who put the "wow" in working at Wawa, so we're invested in giving them the encouragement they need to take flight. By providing flexibility and support, at work and beyond, we create an environment where everyone can thrive. We believe that with the right ingredients to grow and build a career—and a little wind beneath the wings—our Associates can reach new heights. Guided by our commitment to community, Wawa Associates take pride in putting people first, making days brighter, and bringing joy to our friends and neighbors. With opportunities such as volunteering, charitable giving, and events, we're able to extend care beyond the workplace, building stronger neighborhoods and long-lasting relationships.

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