Warehouse Person (Loader)

PepsiCo; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Warehouse Person (Loader) responsible for loading and unloading pallets in various weather conditions. The role involves operating forklifts and power pallet jacks and requires physical stamina and teamwork skills. We encourage applicants with warehouse experience to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Warehouse experience preferred including operating powered pallet jacks.
• Experience with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets.

Responsibilities

• Operate power pallet jack or forklift to build pallets/load.
• Unload and load products, ensuring pallet stability.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Tools

Forklift

Power Pallet Jack

Job description

PBNA $25.00 / hourCLICK HERE to view our Warehouse Person (Loader) Realistic Job Preview Video

This labor-intensive position is responsible for hand building pallets of product for bulk and route trucks. Each type of loading requires strict attention to order accuracy with respect to loading outgoing trucks and unloading incoming trucks. Employees work from electronic order systems or order sheets to build loads using a forklift and/or electronic pallet jack. The position is responsible for accuracy in loading and complying with shipper/receiver documentation. Employees must maintain a clean and safe work environment. The role may require working in various weather conditions and hours, depending on workload.

Transport truck loading involves moving full pallets of products onto trailers and removing returned pallets/plastic flats. The role includes unloading raw materials into designated warehouse spaces, selecting products for bulk truck loading, and ensuring pallet stability through proper stacking and shrink-wrapping. Pallets are typically loaded onto trailers for local delivery. The position also involves unloading returned products and pallets/plastic flats.

Route truck loading involves selecting and loading specific packages or pallets based on sales orders. The employee is responsible for unloading returns. The role requires lifting cases weighing 20-45 pounds repeatedly, standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, and grasping throughout the shift.

PRIMARY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Drive power pallet jack or forklift to pick areas and build pallets/load according to load sheets or voice pick systems.
2. Mark load tickets for out-of-stock items.
3. Wrap pallets upon completion.
4. Submit paperwork for checks before loading and have trucks checked.
5. Stage pallets and/or load into trucks when ready.
6. Complete partial pallets and organize mixed pallets.
7. Maintain proper housekeeping in the work area.
8. Ensure regular attendance and reliability.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years or older.

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:

• Warehouse experience, including order picking, product staging, and operating powered pallet jacks or forklifts.
• Experience with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets.
• Teamwork experience, including cooperation and problem solving.

Our company considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, and Los Angeles Municipal Code Chapter XVII, Article 9.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.

For more information on your EEO rights, please download the EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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