Warehouse Lumper

aa224; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance starting day 60

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing

Job summary

McLane is seeking a Warehouse Lumper to off-load inbound freight, accurately palletize, and prepare items for warehouse storage. You’ll work with a team dedicated to safety, efficiency, and quality, using power equipment and following placement directions to ensure products move smoothly through receiving.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 65 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work flexible shifts, including weekends when necessary, to support our nationwide distribution network.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to read and follow breakdown sheets and placement directions.
• English literacy sufficient for work instructions and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Unload product from trailer and place on pallet.
• Stack and secure products to prevent damage during handling.
• Move product to designated dock area using power equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Detail-oriented

Organized

Problem solving

Job description

Start a fulfilling career as a Warehouse Lumper!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We’re dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn’t be where we are without our warehouse team. It’s why we’ve built a culture-focused and diverse environment for you that offers opportunities for advancement with industry-leading benefits.

The Warehouse Lumper position is responsible for off-loading product at the receiving point for inbound freight, securely placing it on a pallet with accuracy and quality.

Benefits you can count on:

• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Warehouse Lumper:

• Read breakdown sheet.
• Unload product from trailer.
• Sort and place correct quantities of product onto pallet, down or up-stacking following product placement directions.
• Stack product to ensure it is not damaged in any way.
• Move product to designated dock area using power equipment.
• Use slip-sheet, clamp device, or forklift where necessary.
• Shrink wrap and or tape product to prepare it for warehouse racking location.
• Change battery in power equipment using required personal protective equipment.
• Perform pre and post shift check on equipment and report needed repairs to supervisor/maintenance personnel.
• Identify damaged product and notify appropriate personnel in order to prevent damaged product from entering the warehouse.
• Perform daily sanitation including sorting pallets, dusting, sweeping, mopping, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications you’ll bring as a Warehouse Teammate:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull grasp and reach above the head continuously for periods of up to 3 hours or more.
• Lift up to 65 pounds with frequency.
• Work independently and in a team environment.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the changing needs of the DC; work schedules may require working early or late and weekend work depending on up operational need.
• Comply effectively with company work and safety rules.
• Work at necessary pace to ensure product is moving smoothly into the receiving process.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Problem solver
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward — together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/