Shipping Loader II

Dover Food Retail; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a detail‑oriented Warehouse Associate to load and move materials within the plant and yard. You will operate forklifts and overhead cranes, assist in staging cargo, and help keep shipping operations running smoothly at our Conyers, GA facility.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 3–6 months related experience, and forklift experience. The role is onsite with full benefits described in the job posting. We value reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3–6 months related experience or training.
• Forklift experience is required.
• Ability to read and understand job specifications.

Responsibilities

• Load docks, delivery vehicles, and shipping containers by hand or power equipment.
• Move freight and materials to and from storage or manufacturing areas.
• Process, sort and stage cargo to prevent damage during loading.
• Understand daily shipping department operations.
• Operate overhead crane up to 50,000 lb capacity and forklift up to 30,000 lb capacity.
• Open containers and secure materials for transport.
• Record materials moved on daily production sheets.
• General yard duties and basic computer skills.

Skills

Forklift Experience

Basic Reading/Writing

High School Diploma

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Banding Machine

Crane Operations

Job description

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What's Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Summary

Loads and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work site by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Load Docks, Delivery Vehicles, and Shipping Containers by Hand or Power Trucks.
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or manufacturing areas.
• Process, sort and stage cargo before loading to prevent damage from Inventory.
• Understand the Daily Operations of the shipping department.
• Certified Overhead Crane Operations 50,000 lb. capacity
• Certified Forklift Operation up to 30,000 lb. capacity
• Opens containers.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Moves raw material through the plant to its dedicated work area as requested.
• Secures lifting attachments to materials and transports load to destination or signals crane or hoisting operators to move load to destination.
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet.
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Ability to operate the Banding Machine.
• Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together.
• Rig or dismantle props and equipment (platforms/wheels)
• Lifts heavy objects (up to 30lbs) by hand or with power hoist, and cleans work area
• Understands the rigging of material for shipment
• Responsible for general yard duties.
• General computer skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Basic reading/writing skills
• Ability to read and understand all job specifications
• Forklift Experience

Basic Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three to six months related experience and/or training.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: -

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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