PT Dock Crew

Delaware Valley Floral Group; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) is seeking a Part-Time Dock Crew Member to support efficient product movement in our distribution operation. You will sort and organize products for delivery routes and assist with shipment loading, while prioritizing accuracy, safety, and product care.

The role requires physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and walking for long periods, and the ability to work variable hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, dock, distribution, or logistics experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Clear communication skills and a dependable approach to work.
• Ability to safely lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work variable hours, including weekends, as operational needs require.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and warehouse practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Scan, sort, and organize products according to designated delivery routes.
• Support the timely and accurate loading of shipments.
• Handle products carefully to minimize damage and maintain product quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area.
• Follow established safety protocols, product-handling procedures, and company policies.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with team members and supervisors to support smooth operations.
• Contribute to an efficient, team-oriented distribution environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Lifting to 50 lbs

Flexible hours

Fast-paced environment

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1959, Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has grown from a small family business into one of the nation’s largest floral distribution companies. For more than six decades, we’ve delivered premium fresh flowers and floral supplies to retail florists, event designers, and supermarkets across the country.

Founded in 1959, Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has grown from a small family business into one of the nation’s largest floral distribution companies. For more than six decades, we’ve delivered premium fresh flowers and floral supplies to retail florists, event designers, and supermarkets across the country.

We aim to be our customers’ most valuable supplier - and we believe our employees are the key to making that happen.

About The Role

The Part-Time Dock Crew Member supports the efficient and accurate movement of products through our distribution operation. This position is responsible for sorting and organizing products by designated delivery routes and assisting with timely shipment loading while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, product care, and safety.

What You’ll Do

• Scan, sort, and organize products according to designated delivery routes.
• Support the timely and accurate loading of shipments.
• Handle products carefully to minimize damage and maintain product quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area.
• Follow established safety protocols, product-handling procedures, and company policies.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with team members and supervisors to support smooth operations.
• Contribute to an efficient, team-oriented distribution environment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is physically active and requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, as well as bend, kneel, stoop, and crouch. The position requires frequent lifting and/or moving of products weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The role operates in a warehouse/dock environment with exposure to varying indoor and outdoor temperatures. Employees may use standard warehouse equipment, including hand trucks, box cutters, and tape dispensers, as well as basic office equipment such as computers, tablets, and phones.

Other Information

• Part-Time
• Schedule: Approximately 12:00 a.m. until finish, based on operational needs
• Schedule may include weekends during certain times of the year.
• Work Location: Onsite
• Candidates must be able to work variable hours based on operational needs.
• To be eligible for employment, candidates must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, dock, distribution, or logistics experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Clear communication skills and a dependable approach to work.
• Ability to safely lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work variable hours, including weekends, as operational needs require.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and warehouse practices is a plus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.