Receiver

PFG | Performance Good Group

4d

About The Position

The Receiver oversees the receiving dock and handles the receipt, inspection, identification, counting, and verification of materials and supplies delivered to the facility. The role completes related documentation, coordinates storage, and enters information into the inventory database. It supports the movement and maintenance of supplies and raw materials while following safety regulations, meeting quality standards, and maintaining an efficient flow of product through production. The Receiver also works as a team member and performs other duties as assigned to serve the company.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 6–12 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 a shift.
• Ability to lift and stack products weighing 10–35 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds throughout a shift.
• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments, including cooler, freezer, and dry areas.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow company-preferred work methods, safety policies, and procedures; maintain a safe work area and immediately report unsafe conditions or acts.
• Review the work schedule, inspect equipment for safety, gather required supplies, and prepare for operations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards set by the location and company.
• Open loading dock doors, set dock plates, and prepare the area to receive products and supplies from tractor-trailers.
• Inspect incoming trailers to ensure they meet company quality standards and take appropriate action when needed.
• Receive incoming products and supplies; verify items against the receiving schedule and bill of lading; accurately record counts; and verify quality and labeling.
• Check received items for damage, contact a supervisor about removals according to company policy, inspect date-sensitive items, conduct temperature and quality checks, and take appropriate action.
• Identify, label, and store supplies according to specifications, and enter purchase order data into the inventory system.
• Coordinate or perform unloading and transport items to warehouse staging areas using a forklift or pallet jack.
• Assist forklift operators with putting away products, breaking down pallets, changing stretch wrap, and re-wrapping pallets as needed.
• Perform housekeeping and keep the warehouse area, loading dock, and trailers clean and clear.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace them with charged batteries, and complete vehicle inspection checklists.
• Secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) employer matching, and paid time off.
• Growth opportunities supporting America’s food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED