Loader - Warehouse

PFG | Performance Good Group

7d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Vistar is America’s leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor, serving customers through more than 25 distribution centers. The company emphasizes innovation, customer service, teamwork, doing what is right, and giving back to the communities it serves. The Loader Formula prepares outgoing freight for shipment by transporting products into trailers, using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks or moving items by hand. The role supports an efficient flow of products while meeting quality and safety standards and contributing as a team member within the department and organization. The position pays $22–$24 per hour, including a $1 shift differential and a $1 loading differential. It is full-time and includes Day 1 benefits, eligibility for a quarterly safety bonus, and merit increases. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday: Sunday starts at 12:00 p.m., and Monday through Thursday starts at 4:00 p.m. The shift ends when daily work is completed, so end times may vary based on volume.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
Ability to work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime.
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.
Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull products from shelves and replenish products from various heights; products weigh 10–35 pounds and generally up to approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on the location.
Ability to work in multi-temperature environments, including cooler, freezer, and dry areas.
Must pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using a motorized pallet jack.
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.
Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Transport products into trailers with a forklift, pallet jack, or by hand in the correct stop sequence according to the loading plan.
Move outgoing products from the staging area to the loading dock with a forklift; wrap pallets with cellophane, secure loads, and ensure shipping labels are in place as needed.
Locate the proper trailer position for each order, place it, and secure the load when complete.
Remove empty pallets, cardboard, and strapping to the appropriate areas or receptacles; inspect empty pallets for damage, stack them, and move them to storage with a pallet jack or forklift.
Perform housekeeping and keep the warehouse, loading dock, and trailers clear and clean.
Follow preferred work methods and company safety policies and procedures.
Keep the work area safe and immediately report unsafe conditions or acts.
Review the work schedule, perform equipment safety checks, obtain required supplies, and prepare for operations.
Wear required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
Inspect empty trailers at the loading dock to ensure they are clean and clear before loading, taking appropriate action as needed.
Meet productivity and accuracy standards set by the location and company.
Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace them with charged batteries, and complete the vehicle inspection checklist.
Assist Order Selectors and perform other similar duties as requested or assigned by a supervisor.
Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
401(k) employer matching.
Education assistance.
Paid time off.
Quarterly safety bonus eligibility.
Merit increases.
Competitive pay and benefits.
Growth opportunities.
Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.