Position Summary:

The Load Securement is responsible for ensuring outbound shipments meet all quality, documentation, and load securement requirements prior to departure from the facility. This position verifies trailer readiness, inspects loaded freight, applies protective materials, and confirms shipments comply with customer specifications and company standards. The Load Securement plays a critical role in maintaining product integrity, preventing transportation damage, and ensuring shipments leave the facility safely and accurately.

Essential Functions:

Apply protective materials to outbound shipments to maintain product integrity during transportation. Follow written work instructions for proper packaging and load securement based on customer and shipment requirements. Audit outbound freight for quality, accuracy, and compliance with shipping documentation. Conduct pre-shipment inspections and accept or reject loaded trailers based on established quality standards. Validate shipping materials and verify expiration dates of applicable load securement products. Apply the appropriate protective mats based on shipment type (domestic or export). Verify that the correct finished goods are loaded into the assigned trailer and confirm trailer numbers match shipping documentation. Inspect the interior condition of trailers prior to shipment and report any damage, contamination, or debris to management. Complete required warehouse documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Capture photographs required by standard operating procedures, including load securement, completed trailers, and sealed trailers. Partner with Dock Managers, Dock Supervisors, office personnel, and drivers to ensure efficient and accurate outbound operations. Follow all company safety policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify quality issues and shipment discrepancies. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English. Basic computer and documentation skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining accuracy. Must be flexible and adaptable to changing operational priorities. Must maintain physical dexterity and manual coordination required to perform inspections and apply load securement materials. Must comply with all company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Work Environment:

Manufacturing and warehouse environment. Facility is not temperature controlled and employees may be exposed to varying temperatures throughout the year. Regular exposure to moving forklifts, trailers, warehouse equipment, and industrial machinery. Position requires standing and walking for majority of shift. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Work is performed in a loud warehouse environment. Overtime, weekends, holidays, and alternate shifts may be required to meet customer and operational needs.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED preferred. One or more years of warehouse, shipping, logistics, or production experience required. Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and quality standards is preferred.

EEO Statement:

Gilmer does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Other Duties:

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Day shift:

Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Night Shift:

Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am