What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Palletizer - (Food Distribution, Cold Chain) position at Premier Food Supplies Inc?
Description:
Position Summary
The Warehouse Palletizer is responsible for evaluating, adjusting, and preparing completed customer pallets for shipment. This role ensures every pallet is stable, secure, and capable of withstanding warehouse handling and transportation while protecting the products it contains.
Together with the Warehouse Auditor, the Warehouse Palletizer shares one mission: every order leaves our warehouse accurate, secure, and ready to arrive exactly as our customer expects.
The Premier Quality Standard
At Premier Food Supplies, quality is more than finding mistakes—it is about preventing them. Every Warehouse Palletizer is expected to:
- Lead with Integrity — Correct issues whenever quality or safety is at risk.
- Verify, Don't Assume — Evaluate every completed pallet before shipment.
- Follow the Standard — Build and maintain pallets according to company best practices.
- Communicate Clearly — Coach teammates and share opportunities to improve pallet quality.
- Think Beyond the Problem — Correct today's issue while helping prevent tomorrow's.
- Protect the Customer — Every stable pallet helps ensure products arrive safely and undamaged.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect completed pallets for stability, weight distribution, and shipment readiness.
- Adjust or re-stack pallets when necessary to improve stability and protect products during handling and transportation.
- Wrap, label, and prepare pallets for loading and shipment.
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Work closely with the Warehouse Auditor to ensure every shipment is accurate, secure, and ready for delivery.
- Understand and support the responsibilities of the Warehouse Auditor as operational needs require.
- Identify pallet-building practices that may lead to product damage or unstable loads.
- Coach warehouse associates on proper pallet-building techniques to reduce product damage and improve shipment quality.
- Report recurring pallet quality issues and recommend process improvements.
- Follow all food safety, workplace safety, and company procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
- Climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled warehouse environments.
- Regular work in refrigerated and freezer areas.
- Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
- Shift 2 (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Opportunities for training, advancement, and performance bonuses.
- Overtime and weekends as needed.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Employee Sponsored Life Insurance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous warehouse or food distribution experience preferred.
- Valid forklift certification required.
- Experience operating forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
- Strong understanding of pallet stability, weight distribution, and product protection.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and coaching skills.
- Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.