Warehouse Freight Loader

Performance Foodservice; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company is hiring a Warehouse Freight Loader in Lincoln, NE. The role involves safely transporting and preparing outgoing goods, ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety regulations. Candidates should have a High School diploma and be able to lift heavy items. Competitive pay beginning at $18.25 per hour and opportunities for growth are offered.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution experience.
• Able to lift products weighing 10-90 pounds.
• Pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Transport items using forklift or pallet jack.
• Prepare pallets of outgoing freight for shipping.
• Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse and loading dock.

Skills

Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift

Ability to work in multi-temperature environments

General safety practices

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Job description

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• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
  
  

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
  
  

Position Purpose:

Warehouse associates are the foundation to our company’s success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. As a Loader, Non-Formula, you will be transporting items into trailers using equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts or by hand.

The Loader, Non-Formula prepares pallets of out-going freight for shipping and transports pallets while observing all safety regulations and ensuring all quality standards are met while maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Transports items to be shipped into the trailer with a forklift, pallet jack or by hand in the correct stop sequence, according to a predetermined loading plan.
• Moves out going products from staging area to the loading dock with forklift.
• Wraps pallets with cellophane, secure load/pallets and make sure shipping labels are in place as needed.
• Locates the proper slot on the trailer for the order, set it in place and secure the load when complete.
• Removes empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles.
• Inspects empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and keep warehouse area, loading dock and trailers clear and clean as required.
• Follows all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
• Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Reviews work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
• Puts on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Inspects empty trailers at the loading dock to insure they are clean and clear before loading and take appropriate action as needed.
• Meets required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Removes batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• Assists Order Selectors and perform other similar duties as requested or assigned by supervisor.
• Secures all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience

Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position

Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, as well as replenish product, from various heights weighing between 10-35 pounds and generally up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location, throughout shift

Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer and dry

Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

Compensation

$18.25

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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