Night Loader: Efficient Trailer Prep & Loading

Smart Foodservice Stores; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Smart Foodservice Stores is seeking a warehouse associate to load outbound orders into designated tractor trailers. You will inspect trailers, build and wrap pallets, verify labels, and ensure loads follow diagrams. Safety and dock cleanliness are emphasized.

The role requires pallet jack certification, attention to detail, and basic math skills. Experience in a warehouse environment is preferred; strong teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Related Experience: A minimum of one year warehouse experience preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be pallet jack certified; good attention to detail; ability to read load diagrams; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide). Must be team oriented and able to get along with others.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trailer inspection before loading to insure trailer is clean, has the proper temperature and is ready for loading.
• Ensure all pallets are built according to stops and are securely wrapped to avoid damage during transport.
• Verify header labels on all pallets and check for damaged or outdated product before loading.
• Load trailer, ensuring bulkheads are placed correctly and are secured. Also, confirm load diagram is completed and submitted.
• Follow all safety work practices and maintain clean and orderly dock area.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Smart Foodservice Stores is seeking a warehouse associate to load outbound orders into designated tractor trailers. You will inspect trailers, build and wrap pallets, verify labels, and ensure loads follow diagrams. Safety and dock cleanliness are emphasized.

The role requires pallet jack certification, attention to detail, and basic math skills. Experience in a warehouse environment is preferred; strong teamwork is essential.