Loader - Distribution Center

The Distribution Center Loader is responsible for servicing a demanding customer base while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. This position plays a critical role in warehouse operations by accurately receiving, storing, picking, staging, and loading products while following FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory practices and company procedures. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and experienced in operating material handling equipment in a fast-paced distribution environment. **Pay Rate:** **$24.78 per hour** **Schedule:** **Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM** **Responsibilities:** * Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment. * Perform basic equipment inspections and report malfunctions or repair needs. * Receive and accurately locate inventory using RF scanning technology. * Pick, stack, wrap, and stage outbound shipments according to customer requirements. * Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently. * Execute daily tasks in prescribed sequences to meet delivery deadlines. * Meet established productivity, quality, and safety goals. * Participate in cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives. * Assist with stock replenishment as needed. * Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S standards. * Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses immediately. * Support departmental projects and perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** * High school diploma or GED preferred. * 1–4 years of warehouse or distribution center experience preferred. * Previous forklift operation experience required. * Experience using hand tools. * Familiarity with RF scanners and warehouse inventory systems preferred. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity standards. **Physical Requirements:** * Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly. * Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods. * Ability to work 8–12 hour shifts as scheduled. * Ability to perform repetitive motions throughout the workday. * Ability to wear all required PPE, including safety glasses and hearing protection. **Benefits:** * Competitive compensation * Career growth opportunities * Training and development programs * Safe, team-oriented work environment * Benefits package (if applicable) **Apply Today:** If you are a hardworking, safety-conscious individual with forklift experience and a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply and join our team. **Equal Opportunity Employer** – We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.