Warehouse Shipper/Loader
Company: HP Hood
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a
high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge
for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments
to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and
collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork,
safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that
includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee
discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing
development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846,
today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and
beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of
national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes
Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat
and more. Job Summary: The Shipper position has a variety of
different assignments which are assigned based on the training
level of the employee and business needs in support of achieving
the goals of the Portland, ME Warehouse. This job description is
meant to serve as an outline of the duties and responsibilities
that a Shipper may be required to perform during the course of
their workday. Schedule: Monday, Thursday, Friday - 8:30 AM to 7:00
PM, Saturday - 7:00AM - 5:30PM, Days Off - Sunday, Tuesday,
Wednesday Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Review load sheets
for delivery routes and verify correct product(s) and amounts are
loaded to assigned trailers. Rotate product in warehouse to ensure
that the correct coded product is shipped to eliminate waste and
minimize returns. Continuously check for and remove damaged goods
to ensure that only quality product is being shipped to customers.
Load each product according to assigned specification/diagram
safely using a variety of motorized equipment such as pushers,
squeeze trucks, fork trucks and pallet jacks. Ensure that the
proper load bars are in place and the loads are evenly distributed.
Send loads that are accurate while maintaining a pace that is
efficient. Accurately identify, select/pick inventory for loading
and staging based on customer load sheets. This process may involve
“picking” corrugated and un-corrugated product (up to 45 lbs.) from
shelves, pushing/pulling of cases of product stacked 7 high (up to
250 lbs.) and other packaged and un-packaged product. Process also
includes placing products on wheeled racks 5 ½ feet high and moving
throughout warehouse. Unload trucks/trailers using a hook or pallet
jack. Physical labor involved in this activity varies, but can
involve pushing/pulling cases stacked 7 high (up to 250 lbs.) and
metal racks (800 lbs.). Pull empty and full milk cases stacked 7
high (up to 250 lbs.) with repetition. Manually remove product from
conveyor system, then package and/or stage in an efficient manner
to maintain production flow requirements. Dispose of returned
product by manually dumping into disposal system using repetitive
motion. Wash trailers/trucks after unloading empty cases. Must be
able to work independently while supporting the Warehouse
Department. Work in a cooperative manner with managers, supervisors
and peers. Education and Experience: GED or High School Diploma.
Reading & writing proficiency (English language) and ability to
identify colors. Basic math skills. Ability to work well as part of
a team. Good communication skills. Multi-tasked Individual. Ability
to work independently with little supervision. Skills and
Competencies: Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision. Available for
required overtime to support business needs and/or critical
situations. Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely
manner. Perform assigned duties following "Good Manufacturing
Practices.” Actively participate in special teams representing the
warehouse department. Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
Perform all other related duties as assigned. Other
Information/Physical Requirements Ability to move at a quick pace.
Standing: Long periods (up to 8 hours). Sitting: Rarely, unless
assigned to operate fork-lift or similar equipment. Walking:
Frequently. Bending, Twisting & Stretching: Frequently. Lifting:
Heavy (50 lbs.): frequently. Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs.):
frequently. Pushing/Pulling: up to approximately 250 lbs. drag
weight without assistance: frequently and wheeled weight up to
approximately 800 lbs.: occasionally. Environment: Refrigerated and
non-refrigerator areas with temperature variations from 34 to 85
degrees Fahrenheit. Exact compensation may vary based on skills,
experience and location. The pay range for this position is $26.45
- $28.53 USD HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" CCPA
For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts
to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of
employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this
law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity
and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by
immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this
time.
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