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Truck Load Planning Specialist

Job in Norwich, New London County, Connecticut, 06360, USA
Listing for: US Foods
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-31
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Truck Driver, General Labor, Forklift Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 29 USD Hourly USD 29.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Truck Builder

The Truck Builder will ensure the efficient layout and assembly of each Truck Builder load to optimize the number of cases per truck leaving the division and make loading and unloading as efficient as possible.

$29.00/hour. Weekly Pay

Schedule:

Sunday: 3:30pm until Finish;
Monday-Thursday: 5pm until Finish.

Benefits Start Day One:
Medical, dental, vision, 401 and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier ()

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Use Truck Builder software to layout and assemble each trailer. Analyze the output to ensure that loads are built to maximize both safety and efficiency while loading and unloading product.
  • Maintain equipment and ensure the proper supply of all necessary materials to facilitate successful loading and unloading processes. Order supplies as needed.
  • Respond to all driver concerns regarding loads built with Truck Builder. Adjust loads as necessary to address concerns and maximize efficiency.
  • Assist in loading trailers as needed to meet daily production goals.
  • Other duties as assigned by manager.

Relationships:

  • Internal:
    Selectors, drivers, clerks, managers
  • External:
    Customers, sales

Work Environment:

  • Work will take place at a desk in an office environment and within normal warehouse environments including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as
    -5 degrees.

Minimum Qualifications:

Related Experience/Requirements: N/A

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Effective communication both verbally and in writing.
  • Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
  • Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
  • Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.
  • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

Education:

  • High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One year of experience in a warehouse preferred.

Certifications/Training:

  • Experience with Truck Builder software preferred.

Physical

Qualifications:

  • Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:
  • Frequency:
  • Stand Occasionally
  • Walk Occasionally
  • Drive Vehicle N/A
  • Sit Occasionally
  • Lift:
  • 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally
  • 11-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
  • 51-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
  • Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally
  • Carry:
  • 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally
  • 11-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
  • 51-100 lbs (Heavy) N/A
  • Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A
  • Push/Pull
    * 1 Occasionally
  • Climb/Balance
    * 2 Occasionally
  • Stoop/Squat Occasionally
  • Kneel Occasionally
  • Bend Frequently
  • Reach Above Shoulder Frequently
  • Twist Frequently
  • Grasp Objects
    * 3 Occasionally
  • Manipulate Objects
    * 4 Occasionally
  • Manual Dexterity
    * 5 Occasionally
  • 1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
  • 2 (Climb/Balance:
    In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
  • 3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
  • 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
  • 5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is at $29/hour. This role may also receive overtime compensation.

*** EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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