Warehouse Loader

Bozzuto's Inc.•Cheshire, CT

About The Position

As a Warehouse Loader, you are responsible for efficiently and safely loading materials onto the appropriate trailers for transportation to other locations within the organization. The role requires attention to detail, a commitment to workplace safety, and time management. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Compensation is $23.11 plus incentive, with a $2.00 shift differential.

Requirements

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders.
Ability to fulfill customer orders promptly, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to ensure timely, high-quality customer orders.
Ability to maintain product-handling integrity and high standards.
Ability to follow and promote safety policies and hold associates accountable for safe practices.
May be required to lift up to 80–85 pounds.
Ability to stand, bend, lift, and twist for up to 90% of the shift, and frequently lift products from floor level to above head height.
Ability to stand or walk for at least 10 hours daily.
Ability to work in varying temperature-controlled environments.
Ability to operate required material-handling equipment and get on and off equipment throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

One year of distribution, warehouse, or selection experience.
Experience operating material-handling equipment, such as electric pallet jacks, center riders, long forks, or forklifts.
English proficiency, written and verbal, to communicate effectively with associates and leadership.

Responsibilities

Safely use powered industrial equipment, including center riders, long forks, and forklifts, use proper lifting techniques, and follow safety rules.
Load and unload product pallets onto the appropriate trailers according to customer orders, ensuring items belonging to the same order are loaded together.
Select individual items, such as mail and cigarettes, for totes.
Check RVWL for book-out times.
Record and maintain accurate documentation of loaded pallets and products, quantities, and issues during the loading process.
Ensure shorts are loaded onto the corresponding trailers.
Task out and task in trailers.
Ensure proper weight distribution, prevent overloading, and follow loading specifications.
Send the appropriate location confirmation email when a cross-dock shuttle is completed and en route.
Communicate with supervisors, drivers, and team members to coordinate loading schedules, resolve issues, and support smooth operations.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining a safe warehouse work environment.
Work various or additional shifts as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.