Shipper

Talentify; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted product store

Food events

Summer food trucks

Health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

Job summary

Imperial (IDI) is seeking a dependable Shipper in Worcester, MA to prepare pallets for loading, wrap, and assist with loading/unloading activities. The role requires basic math, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and reliable attendance.

The position operates on a 4-day, 10-hour schedule (8:00 AM–6:30 PM), with Saturdays required, and is based at 150 Blackstone River Rd., Worcester, MA on a bus route.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills including login procedures and following simple instructions.
• 1–3 months related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short notes, and memos; write simple correspondence.
• Ability to perform basic math for counts, units of weight, and monetary calculations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pallets for loading by store.
• Configure pallets for shipment.
• Load boxes or totes from conveyor onto pallets.
• Shrink wrap pallets for shipping.
• Operate a pallet jack.
• Load finished pallets onto trucks.
• Unload cases from shuttle and merge with other products.
• Count and record pallet quantities.
• Rotate between shipping lanes as assigned.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pallet jack

Basic computer skills

Reading/writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Imperial, we sell, distribute, and service General Merchandise, Seasonal Products, and Health/Beauty/Wellness Products to our customers. As a Shipper, you will prepare pallets for loading by customer store, use the shrink wrap machine, load and unload trailers using pallet jacks, and load or unload product, boxes or totes onto or off of pallets, skids, or carts.
If you are punctual, team-oriented, committed to safety, enthusiastic and willing to learn, come join us at Imperial!

Schedule: 4 days, 10 hours per day from 8am to 6:30pm, Saturdays required

About Imperial (IDI)

Imperial is a recognized leader in supermarket non-foods distribution and merchandising. For over 85 years, we’ve helped our partners grow smarter and stronger—offering unmatched product selection, customized programs, and expert retail support across health, beauty, wellness, general merchandise categories. IDI supports over 50 regional and independent retail grocery banners with products from major national CPG brands as well as customized private label and seasonal program options.

What sets us apart? Our singular focus is on providing retailers with the value, innovation, and differentiation they need to thrive in today's dynamic marketplace.

Our Mission prioritizes people, embraces change, and fosters growth. And our Vision is to redefine partnership with a lasting impact on our customers, communities, and the industry. At the center of it all is our amazing team.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Preparation of pallets for loading by store.
• Pallet configuration.
• Load boxes or totes from conveyor onto pallets.
• Shrink wrapping of pallets by store.
• Use a pallet jack.
• Loading completed pallets on trucks.
• Unloading full cases from shuttle in orderly fashion to merge with other product.
• Count and record pallet counts.
• Rotate between shipping lanes, as assigned.
• The employee will frequently handle/ lift items weighing up to 50 pounds (depends upon line).
• Meets productivity and accuracy standard.
• Other duties and tasks assigned.

Qualification: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills – requiring able to use a log in and password and follow simple instructions.
• Previous experience helpful, one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Why Join Us

• Growth Culture: Opportunities for professional advancement
• Employee Perks: Discounted product store, food events, and summer food trucks
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and more
• Conveniently located 150 Blackstone River Rd. Worcester, MA on a Bus Route!

A full comprehensive job description will be available during the interview process, this is a condensed job posting.

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