OVERNIGHT LOADER

Join the H&S Family of Bakeries - the team behind Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery, and Schmidt Baking Co., the largest family-owned variety baker in the United States. Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, we operate a network of 10 bakeries and 30 distribution centers across the country to deliver fresh, high-quality baked goods nationwide to fast food and quick-service restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores, universities, and more. We're passionate about innovation in manufacturing and distribution, leading the way in the industrial baking industry while creating opportunities for our people to grow and succeed.

About the role

The Loader plays a critical role in supporting our Distribution team. Responsibilities include loading and unloading products, picking products for route drivers, counting inventory, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in product pulling, maintaining cleanliness in the work area, and collaborating with the team.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently load and unload product and bakery items, ensuring safe handling to prevent damage.
• Accurately select and prepare products for dispatch, aligning with route drivers' schedules to optimize delivery processes.
• Conduct thorough inventory counts, contributing to accurate tracking and management of product inventory.
• Complete paperwork (load sheets, block sheets) with accuracy and neatness.
• Perform trailer checks, including sweeping and checking for damage, and submit information to the department manager.
• Inform supervisors in advance of floor inventory of empty trays and other equipment.
• Uphold the highest standards of efficiency and precision in all tasks, particularly when allocating products for specific routes.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow team members, contributing to a cohesive and supportive work environment.
• Responsibly operate and maintain company equipment, including forklifts, ensuring their longevity and safety compliance.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to count and perform basic math.
• Strong interpersonal abilities, with a focus on teamwork and collaborative problem-solving.
• Familiarity with basic computer software, particularly spreadsheet tools, for effective inventory management is highly desired.
• Previous experience in a labor-intensive role or warehouse settings preferred.
• Flexible availability, with willingness to work various shifts in support of our 5-day-a-week operation.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push and pull heavy wheeled equipment or carts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods during a shift, maintaining a normal range of motion in all extremities.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and crouch to access equipment, tools, or materials.
• Ability to use arms, hands, and fingers to handle or operate machinery, tools, or controls.
• Ability to perceive and respond immediately to visual and audible safety alerts and warnings to ensure safety in a fast-paced, hazard-sensitive environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles, odors, and fumes.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work platforms as required by the position.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods using office equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and protective clothing for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

At H&S Family of Bakeries, we value our team members and work hard to create a workplace where people can grow and thrive. Our comprehensive and affordable benefits packages include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term disability.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Company swag.