Shipping Room Operator, AM, Dairy - Lakeland at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

The Shipping Room Operator selects products to be loaded onto trucks for delivery to our Publix stores. This includes: loading and unloading trailers, operating a palletizer and tow motor and records inventory paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. 

Additional responsibilities include:

• maintains and cleans equipment in work area


• performs team assignments


• other duties as assigned

•  must be at least 18 years old


• willingness to obtain forklift license after training


• willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours


• ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more frequently


• ability to pull 180-200 pounds across a slick surface


• ability to bend, reach, pull, carry, and lift continuously


• willingness to learn and perform a variety of tasks and duties as assigned


• ability to perform steady and productive work for an extended amount of time  


• must be able to work in a fast-paced environment                                      


• basic math skills


• excellent communications skills; both verbal and written


• ability to demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)


• ability to work well with others and be a team player

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)