US Foods
Truck Load Planning Specialist
Norwich CT
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 25 Sept 2026
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ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
Join Our Community of Food People!
- BASIC PURPOSE
- The Truck Builder will ensure the efficient layout and assembly of each Truck Builder load to optimize the number of cases per truck leaving the division and make loading and unloading as efficient as possible.
JOIN THE US FOODS TEAM!
Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?
$29.00/hour. Weekly Pay
Schedule. Sunday: 3:30pm until Finish; Monday-Thursday: 5pm until Finish.
BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401 and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Use Truck Builder software to layout and assemble each trailer. Analyze the output to ensure that loads are built to maximize both safety and efficiency while loading and unloading product .
- Maintain equipment and ensure the proper supply of all necessary materials to facilitate successful loading and unloading processes. Order supplies as needed.
- Respond to all driver concerns regarding loads built with Truck Builder. Adjust loads as necessary to address concerns and maximize efficiency.
- Assist in loading trailers as needed to meet daily production goals.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
SUPERVISION :
N/A
RELATIONSHIPS
- Internal: Selectors, drivers, clerks, managers
- External: Customers, sales
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work will take place at a desk in an office environment and within normal warehouse environments including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Related Experience/Requirements:
N/A
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :
- Effective communication both verbally and in writing.
- Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
- Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.
Education
High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year of experience in a warehouse preferred.
Certifications/Training
Experience with Truck Builder software preferred.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
FREQUENCY:
STAND OCCASIONALLY
WALK OCCASIONALLY
DRIVE VEHICLE N/A
SIT OCCASIONALLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) OCCASIONALLY
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy) N/A
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A
PUSH/PULL*1 OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE*2 OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL OCCASIONALLY
BEND FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER FREQUENTLY
TWIST FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS*3 OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS*4 OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY*5 OCCASIONALLY
1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law . The expected base rate for this role is at $29. This role may also receive overtime compensation.
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .
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Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between
$20 - $31
***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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