Loader Night
About The Position
The Night Loader is responsible for accurately loading outbound trailers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner to ensure on-time customer deliveries. This position verifies product integrity and order accuracy, follows load diagrams and routing instructions, and secures freight to prevent damage during transportation. The Night Loader works in a fast-paced warehouse environment, operates material handling equipment, and supports overall warehouse operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area while adhering to all company safety and quality standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum of one year warehouse, distribution, logistics, or loading experience preferred.
- Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and material handling equipment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to read and understand load diagrams, shipping documents, and labels
- Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to meet productivity and quality standards in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Load outbound trailers accurately and efficiently according to load diagrams, route sequencing, and delivery schedules.
- Conduct trailer inspections prior to loading to ensure trailers are clean, damage-free, and ready for transport.
- Verify all pallets, cases, and product quantities prior to loading to ensure order accuracy and prevent shipping errors.
- Operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment safely to move products throughout the warehouse and loading dock.
- Properly secure loads using load bars, straps, bulkheads, and other approved methods to prevent product damage during transit.
- Inspect products for visible damage, quality concerns, and correct labeling before loading.
- Maintain productivity standards while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
- Follow all food safety, warehouse safety, and OSHA guidelines, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area by removing debris and properly storing equipment.
- Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned to support operational needs and team objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
