Distribution Clerk/Guard - Week Night

About the role

Utz Quality Foods is looking for a Guard Shack Clerk to join the logistics and distribution team on the Week Night Shift at the Hanover, PA facility. This full-time position runs Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM to 5:30 AM, supporting around-the-clock operations that keep products moving efficiently. You'll split your time between the guard shack and the distribution office, helping to manage gate activity, verify documentation, and maintain smooth coordination between drivers and warehouse staff. You'll work closely with another clerk in a two-person team, where dependability, communication, and attention to detail are key. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and enjoys contributing to a structured yet fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in incoming truck drivers, verify documentation and load details in Blue Yonder
• Manage inbound and outbound dock appointments and maintain detailed shipping/receiving records
• Rotate between the office and the guard shack, both require organization, professionalism, and multitasking
• Upload and process shipping documents daily in our TMS (Transportation Management System)
• Release loads and prioritize tasks based on input from warehouse leadership
• Provide support and clear direction to drivers on site
• Maintain order, safety, and accuracy in both guard and administrative functions
• Communicate effectively across departments to ensure flow of goods remains efficient

Requirements

• Previous experience in distribution, shipping/receiving, or warehouse admin preferred
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, WMS, or other logistics software
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and time management skills
• Clear communicator, both written and verbal
• Dependable, professional, and able to work independently
• Flexibility to rotate between indoor office work and a more autonomous guard shack environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employer match 401k
• Profit sharing plan
• Employee stock purchase plan