Freight Handler

Freight Handler

Distribution Center Address: 1500 N River Road, Lithia Springs, GA

Starting at $19.60/hour (includes a $1.00/hour 2nd shift premium)

• Plus any performance incentives, bonuses, etc.

• Sunday - Thursday work week, with Friday and Saturdays off
• 2nd shift from 4:30 pm until finish (shifts vary based on work volume)

• Affordable benefits plans start day one
• Weekly pay
• Wellness reimbursement
• Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match
• 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS – start your career here

As a freight handler, you’ll support the team by breaking down pallets of inbound freight and sorting the product by item code onto new pallets so it can be put into inventory by our replenishment team. There’s no experience required – we’ll train you how to get the job done.

• You must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
• Must be able to work in extreme cold or hot conditions (‑25 °F to 100 °F)
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
• Successfully pass a drug test and background check
• Prior warehouse experience preferred, but not required

Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to  and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco‑free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.