Distribution Center Loader

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This position will be responsible for, among other things, staging, shrink‑wrapping and loading products by trip number and store number as it is received from the packing and pulling areas of the stockroom. It prepares palletized loads for shipment by shrink‑wrapping product to ensure safe transportation or storage, including safe and proper balancing and placement of products. Additionally, this position assists with safe and proper pallet building and selects products for specific routes.

• Stage product on pallets, shrink‑wrap to prevent loss, and load pallets onto trucks
• Inspect trailers for suitability before loading
• Ensure correct parts are placed on the correct truck – packs the right parts for delivery to the right customers with accuracy and speed, maps out the organization of loading customer orders from skids to trucks
• Operate pallet jack or forklift as needed
• Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage
• Keep work area clean to avoid potential accidents and to allow for rapid loading
• Pull stock orders until time to load trucks as needed
• Assist with processing other DC shuttles
• Work in a safe manner following all safety procedures, rules and regulations
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management

• High School Diploma or 6 months of equivalent work experience required
• Forklift certified preferred
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance
• Able to speak clearly and listen attentively
• Capable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers (both visually and aurally) and remembering their sequence
• Should have basic computer APGJCe skills
• Capable of lifting and moving merchandise of up to 60 lbs.
• Able to push/pull up to 300 lbs. using mechanical aids, such as hand trucks, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc.
• Able to bend or stoop to floor‑level shelves and be able to reach shelves (eight feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary
• Must be able to get in and out of the back of the truck with parts while using a ramp when necessary
• Able to stand and walk for entire work shift

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, hazardous materials, and extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Retail

Grand Rapids, MI

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