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Performance Food Group

Warehouse Loader

Fontana, CA · On-site

$22/hr

Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system * Safe ... Removes empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles. Inspects ...

F&S Fresh Foods

Forklift Driver

Riverside, CA

$20 - $23/hr

... packing house departments. Ensures perishable product is rotated to minimize spoilage. Ensures that ... SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of safe work practices in a food warehouse or ...

F&S Fresh Foods

Forklift Driver

Riverside, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $20.75/hr

... packing house departments. Ensures perishable product is rotated to minimize spoilage. Ensures that ... Experience working in a chilled food factory or related environment is preferred * Good knowledge ...

caleres

Associate, DC Warehouse CaleresOne B

Chino, CA

$18.50/hr

Order Picking and Packing: Fulfill customer orders by picking items from designated storage ... We value the hard work our associates put in and love to reward them with raffles, food, fun events ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for food packing in Riverside, CA is $15.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Packing job involves preparing, packaging, and labeling food products for distribution or sale. Workers ensure that food is correctly portioned, sealed, and stored following hygiene and safety regulations. Duties may include inspecting products for quality, operating packaging machinery, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. This role is essential in food manufacturing, grocery distribution, and meal-kit services.

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Warehouse Loader

Warehouse Loader

Performance Food Group

Fontana, CA • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted yesterday

Job description

Job Description
Day 1 benefits Full-time Eligible for Annual Safety Bonus & merit increases
Schedule: Sunday -Thursday,
Sunday Start: 1:00pm
Monday -Thursday Start: 4:00pm
Shift end when daily work is completed; end times may vary based on volume.
We Deliver the Goods:
  • Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
  • Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
  • Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Purpose:
Warehouse associates are the foundation to our company's success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. As a Loader Formula, you will be transporting items into trailers using equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts or by hand.
The Loader Formula prepares pallets of out-going freight for shipping and transports pallets while observing all safety regulations and ensuring all quality standards are met while maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
  • Transports items to be shipped into the trailer with a forklift, pallet jack or by hand in the correct stop sequence, according to a predetermined loading plan. Moves out going products from staging area to the loading dock with forklift. Wraps pallets with cellophane, secure load/pallets and make sure shipping labels are in place as needed.
  • Locates the proper slot on the trailer for the order, set it in place and secure the load when complete.
  • Removes empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles. Inspects empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.
  • Performs general housekeeping duties and keep warehouse area, loading dock and trailers clear and clean as required.
  • Follows all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
  • Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
  • Reviews work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
  • Puts on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
  • Inspects empty trailers at the loading dock to insure they are clean and clear before loading and take appropriate action as needed.
  • Meets required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
  • Removes batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
  • Assists Order Selectors and perform other similar duties as requested or assigned by supervisor.
  • Secures all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

EEO Statement
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience
Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position
Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, as well as replenish product, from various heights weighing between 10-35 pounds and generally up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location, throughout shift
Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer and dry
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
1+ years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using a motorized pallet jack
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience
Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certified
Company Description
Vistar customers are everywhere people work, play, and shop. Vistar is America's leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor with more than 25 distribution centers delivering everything from popcorn to healthy meal replacements anywhere in the U.S. The company has thrived by innovating, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a collaborative culture built on teamwork, doing what's right, and giving back to the communities they serve.

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