Loader

Loader PositionThe Loader is responsible for accurately and efficiently loading finished goods for outbound shipments while maintaining proper inventory rotation within the cooling facility. This role ensures customer orders are picked, staged, and loaded correctly, safely, and in compliance with quality, weight, and food safety standards.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLoad outbound trucks in a timely manner, verifying order details, load counts, commodities, and aging reportsCoordinate with drivers to confirm load configuration, truck identification, and special instructions prior to loadingInspect trailers before loading to ensure cleanliness, structural integrity, and suitability for product (e.g., no damage, odors, or unstable flooring)Ensure pallets and boxes are in good condition, stacked securely, and stabilized using corner boards and shrink wrap as requiredMaintain proper product rotation in cold rooms, following FIFO guidelines unless otherwise directedAccurately pick customer orders according to pick tickets and special instructionsDocument all loaded quantities on the loading manifest, including pallet counts and packaging materials usedVerify inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage, report quality variances immediatelyRemove pallet stickers and properly tag partial or leftover pallets as required for inventory trackingReceive product from transfer loads and assist with cold storage placement as neededLearn and apply correct loading patterns and configurations for various commodities to ensure product integrityLoad transport vehicles with evenly distributed weight to ensure safe transport and compliance with gross weight regulationsComplete daily equipment and forklift inspections and follow all safe operating proceduresMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environmentMust be able to work a rotating shift schedule, work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays as requiredOther duties as assignedJob Requirements and QualificationsMinimum of 25 years of experience in agricultural cooling, receiving, and/or shipping operationsAbility to obtain and maintain forklift certificationBasic math, reading, and documentation skillsExperience using radio frequency scanners, scan guns, and reading pallet tagsAbility to verify shipped quantities against pick tickets and manifestsStrong verbal communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructionsGood interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset and the ability to work effectively with drivers, peers, and supervisorsAbility to work independently while maintaining accuracy and accountability (honor system)Sufficient vision and hearing to safely perform job dutiesAbility to perform physical tasks including loading, unloading, and moving produce