Loader Night

US Foods; Salem (VA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Night Loader to load outbound trailers safely and efficiently at our Salem, VA location. You will verify pallets and quantities, follow load diagrams, operate pallet jacks, and secure loads to prevent damage during transport.

The role requires attention to detail and basic math skills in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with a Sunday–Thursday schedule and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year warehouse, distribution, logistics, or loading experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound trailers accurately and efficiently according to load diagrams and schedules.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness and damage before loading.
• Verify pallets, cases, and quantities to ensure order accuracy.
• Operate pallet jacks and other equipment safely to move products.
• Secure loads with straps, bars, or other methods to prevent damage during transit.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards on dock and surrounding areas.

Skills

Load diagram reading

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Job description

The Night Loader is responsible for accurately loading outbound trailers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner to ensure on-time customer deliveries. This position verifies product integrity and order accuracy, follows load diagrams and routing instructions, and secures freight to prevent damage during transportation. The Night Loader works in a fast-paced warehouse environment, operates material handling equipment, and supports overall warehouse operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area while adhering to all company safety and quality standards.### SCHEDULE**Sunday - Thursday, 5:00 PM until completion of assigned workload.** Overtime, weekends, and holiday work may be required based on business needs.### ### RATE OF PAY**$26.00 per hour**### ### ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Load outbound trailers accurately and efficiently according to load diagrams, route sequencing, and delivery schedules.* Conduct trailer inspections prior to loading to ensure trailers are clean, damage-free, and ready for transport.* Verify all pallets, cases, and product quantities prior to loading to ensure order accuracy and prevent shipping errors.* Operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment safely to move products throughout the warehouse and loading dock.* Properly secure loads using load bars, straps, bulkheads, and other approved methods to prevent product damage during transit.* Inspect products for visible damage, quality concerns, and correct labeling before loading.* Maintain productivity standards while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.* Follow all food safety, warehouse safety, and OSHA guidelines, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area by removing debris and properly storing equipment.* Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned to support operational needs and team objectives.### ### SUPERVISIONNone.### ### RELATIONSHIPS**Internal:** Selectors, Forklift Operators, Leads, Supervisors, Transportation Team, Drivers, and Warehouse Associates.**External:** Third-party carriers and transportation partners, as needed.### QUALIFICATIONS**Education/Training:** High School Diploma or GED preferred.**Related Experience:** Minimum of one year warehouse, distribution, logistics, or loading experience preferred.**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:** Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and material handling equipment; strong attention to detail and accuracy; ability to read and understand load diagrams, shipping documents, and labels; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong communication and organizational skills; ability to meet productivity and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.### ### WORK ENVIRONMENT:Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse and loading dock environment with exposure to varying temperatures ranging from refrigerated and freezer conditions (-5°F) to ambient and outdoor temperatures exceeding 100°F. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.