This labor-intensive position is responsible for loading bulk, route, and full service trucks. Each type of loading requires strict attention to order accuracy with respect to loading outgoing trucks and unloading incoming trucks. Works from order sheets to build loads using an electronic pallet jack. Position is responsible for accuracy in loading and complying with shipper/receiver documentation. Follows warehouse instructions in building loads. Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Position may be required to work across a wide variety of weather conditions. Position is responsible for maintaining the stability of the pallet through proper stacking and shrink-wrapping. Product/packages for each truck are customized based on the salespersons order.

Position requires lifting a very high volume of cases of product per day from 20-45 pounds per case repeatedly during a long work period. Requires constant standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, and grasping as product is moved. PRIMARY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Production – Pick minimum of 145 cases per hour

• Proficient in pallet jack use

• Follow correct process for stacking and wrapping pallets

• Stage pallet for loader

• Maintain proper housekeeping standards in work area

• Follow attendance guidelines outlined in the handbook

• Follow PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) guidelines

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pass the drug test and physical capabilities test (if applicable)

• Pass the background check

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in a warehouse environment (e.g., product storage, product staging, forklifts, etc.)

• Driving a forklift (e.g., performing basic operations such as driving forwards, driving backwards, lifting and lowering boom, maneuvering in tight areas without damaging product, etc.)

• Working loading/unloading pallets (e.g., pulling and placing pallets on/off vertical product and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically, etc.)

• Experience working in a team environment (e.g., cooperating with co-workers, joint problem solving, etc.)