Lumper

Lumper

JOB-10045808

Anticipated Start Date

February 9, 2026

Location

Richmond, VA

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is an industry leader and one of the largest food and foodservice distribution companies in North America. It delivers national and proprietary branded food and food-related products to independent and national chain restaurants, quick-service eateries, pizzerias, theaters, schools, hotels, healthcare facilities and other institutions via its distribution centers across the United States.

Job Summary

T he Lumper is responsible for preparing outbound freight for shipment and loading trailers accurately, safely, and damage-free. This role ensures pallets are staged, wrapped, and loaded in the correct stop sequence according to predetermined loading plans while maintaining quality standards and efficient product flow. The position supports Order Selectors and functions as a team member, performing additional duties as needed to support warehouse operations.

Job Description

• Review daily work schedules, perform safety inspections on equipment, obtain necessary supplies, and prepare for warehouse operations.
• Inspect empty trailers at the loading dock to ensure cleanliness and readiness prior to loading; take corrective action as needed.
• Move outbound products from staging areas to the loading dock using forklifts or other material-handling equipment.
• Wrap pallets by hand using stretch film and ensure shipping labels are properly applied.
• Load pallets and products into trailers using forklifts, power jacks, or manual handling, following established loading plans and correct stop sequences.
• Position and secure loads properly within trailers once loading is complete.
• Remove and properly dispose of empty pallets, cardboard, and packing materials; inspect pallets for damage and transport serviceable pallets to designated storage areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse, loading dock, and trailers through routine housekeeping.
• Manage equipment batteries by replacing and recharging as required and complete vehicle inspection checklists.
• Assist Order Selectors and support other warehouse functions as assigned by the supervisor.
• Secure all equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of each shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills Required

• Ability to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, stand, sit, walk, lift, carry, and use handheld tools or devices throughout the shift.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Additional Requirements

• OSHA Forklift Operator Certification.
• 1st Shift: starting at 5am

Pay Rate

• $15 per hour

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.