Loader II

Job Title: Loader II

Location: Jacksonville, FL, USA 32209

Duration: 3 months

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00 AM - Finish

Overtime: As needed

Interview Process: In-persons

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Associate (Loader) is responsible for safely and efficiently loading products, operating material handling equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment. This role supports food distribution operations in a cold storage setting while ensuring accuracy, safety, and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean trailers prior to loading.
• Inspect products for shortages, damage, quality issues, or packaging deterioration and report findings to a supervisor.
• Load product onto trucks according to truck mapping and special instructions to ensure stability and prevent damage.
• Hand-load product onto trucks when required.
• Control dock door lights to safely signal truck positioning and departure.
• Safely operate material handling equipment (MHE), including stand-up Crown forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Complete forklift certification and follow standard operating procedures.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and accurate product locations.
• Minimize product damage and shrink through proper handling and teamwork.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse systems safely and accurately.
• Report unsafe or unresolvable issues immediately.
• Follow all company policies, including attendance and code of conduct.
• Comply with all applicable regulations (OSHA, HACCP, and food safety standards).
• Support company food safety programs and best practices.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

• Stand-up Crown forklift
• Pallet jacks
• RF scanning equipment
• Physical Requirements
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• Cold storage / refrigerated warehouse environment
• Food distribution setting
• Must be comfortable working in lower temperatures
• Required PPE
• Steel-toe boots
• Layered clothing appropriate for cold conditions

Qualifications:

• Previous warehouse or forklift experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

Position is offered by a no fee agency.