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US Foods

Loader

Columbia, SC

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.

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BASIC PURPOSE:

To load all the outbound orders into the designated tractor trailers in compliance with company procedures and standards. This makes sure the drivers have the product safely stowed and organized for maximum efficiency for the day's deliveries.

We help YOU make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

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We are looking for Loader who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.

Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday off Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday 5:00 PM - Completion.

Columbia Loaders make $24.87 per hour.

US FOODS® has a lot to offer:

  • US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded
    • We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work.
  • Service recognition and employee rewards
  • Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training
  • Excellent Leadership

BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.

Main Ingredients of the Job!

As a US FOODS® Loader you will be responsible for load all the outbound orders into the designated tractor trailers in compliance with company procedures and standards. This makes sure the drivers have the product safely stowed and organized for maximum efficiency for the day's deliveries.

Great Loaders are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Utility workers strives for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with team members.

  • Conduct trailer inspection before loading to ensure trailer is clean, has the proper temperature and is ready for loading.
  • Ensure all pallets are built according to stops and are securely wrapped to avoid damage during transport.
  • Verify header labels on all pallets and check for damaged or outdated product before loading.
  • Load trailer, ensuring bulkheads are placed correctly and are secured. Also, confirm load diagram is completed and submitted.
  • Follow all safety work practices and maintain clean and orderly dock area.

What you bring to the table

Education/Training:

  • High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Related Experience/Requirements:

  • A minimum of one year warehouse experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Must be pallet jack certified; Good attention to detail.
  • Ability to read load diagrams; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
  • Must be team oriented and able to get along with others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Comfortable working in a multi-temperature indoor/outdoor environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees required

Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.

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Client-provided location(s): Columbia, SC, USA
Job ID: US_FOOD-R253690
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led

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