Loading Coach

Monrovia Nursery Company; Woodlake (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 4%

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Plant purchase 20% off

Job summary

The Loading Coach at Monrovia Nursery Company oversees dock and loading operations across day and night shifts, coordinating outbound shipments and ensuring on-time delivery. You will lead dock craftsmen and checkers, schedule loading, and resolve real-time shipping issues with cross-department teams.

This role requires 2+ years in dock/warehouse operations, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment at our California

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in dock, loading, or warehouse operations.
• Experience coordinating or supervising Craftsmen across shifts.
• Excellent communication across departments and shifts.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing dock priorities.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dock and loading operations for the Nursery (Day and Night Loading).
• Coordinate outbound logistics with Shipping.
• Supervise the daily work of dock craftsmen and dock checkers across shifts.
• Lead operational communication and hand-offs between day and night shifts.
• Monitor dock flow and truck turnaround efficiency.
• Ensure shipment accuracy and quality standards.
• Build loading schedules and dock assignments that keep trucks on time.
• Solve real-time shipping and logistics challenges as they arise.
• Monitor safety and loading compliance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics coordination

Dock operations

Shift supervision

Effective communication

Job description

At Monrovia we are dedicated to creating a more beautiful world by selecting and growing plants of superior quality. We know that creating a beautiful garden or landscape is about connecting to the beauty of nature. We use our hearts, minds, and hands to nurture plants for all types of landscapes. Our passion for plants, use of natural processes, and our years of experience result in plants that enable consumers to achieve a landscape of exceptional beauty and share in the joy that comes from creating healthy living spaces.

About the Role:

The Loading Coach is responsible for all outbound loading operations, dock coordination, shipment execution and logistic flow. This position ensures outbound shipments are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time while maintaining strong communication between departments day and night shifts. This position works closely with the Loading and Assembly Coach, the Shipping department, and Dock Checkers to keep trucks moving and orders accurate. This position leads day-to-day dock operations, builds loading schedules and dock assignments, and resolves shipping and logistic issues in real time.

Employment Status:

Full-Time, Year-Round, Exempt Position

Shift: Mid-Day Shift that will vary based off business needs

Compensation:

$70,304 - 74,000 Annually

What You\'ll Do

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

You will...

• Oversee all dock and loading operations for the Nursery (Day and Night Loading)
• Work with craftsmen in a collaborative, rewarding, and quality-focused environment
• Coordinate outbound logistics with Shipping
• Supervise the daily work of dock craftsmen and dock checkers across shifts
• Lead operational communication and hand-offs between day and night shifts
• Monitor dock flow and truck turnaround efficiency
• Ensure shipment accuracy and quality standards
• Coordinate staffing and labor support for loading operations
• Provide input on hiring and performance management for loading craftsmen
• Build loading schedules and dock assignments that keep trucks on time
• Solve real-time shipping and logistics challenges as they arise
• Monitor safety and loading compliance standards
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures and worker protection standards.
• Other duties as assigned to meet departmental requirements.

Who you are

• Can follow instructions and ask questions for better understanding.
• Are open to feedback
• Have strong leadership and logistics coordination skills
• Have experience managing loading or warehouse operations
• Are able to operate in fast-paced environments
• Have strong communication and operational planning abilities
• Have experience coordinating multiple teams and priorities
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts
• Are self-motivated and proactive with a can-do attitude and commitment to excellence
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Are open to working extended hours if needed, based on the business need.
• Are punctual and dependable.
• Have the full range of mobility in your upper and lower body, can reach overhead and work in various positions including stooping, standing walking, bending over, and squatting; can lift, pull, and push materials, use hands and fingers to feel, handle plants or operate objects, tools or controls; are able to use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus, all with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Can work high noise level environments

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in dock, loading, or warehouse operations
• Working knowledge of outbound shipping and logistics processes
• Experience coordinating or supervising Craftsmen across shifts
• Excellent communication skills - comfortable coordinating across departments and shifts
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing dock priorities
• Experience with personnel decisions including hiring recommendations, performance feedback, and disciplinary action is preferred

Benefits at Monrovia

• When you participate in our 401(k) plan, you\’ll get a company match of up to 4%.
• You will be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• You\’ll be able to purchase Monrovia plants for your own garden at 20% off wholesale prices.
• You\'ll earn paid vacation

Monrovia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable California labor laws, including providing meal and rest breaks, and paying overtime in accordance with California law. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is safe, inclusive, and free from harassment or discrimination.