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Cross-dock Associate - Days

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$15.75 - $18.25/hr

Cross-dock Associates are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting of products into and out of a cross-dock environment. Individuals in this position must work ...

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How much do loading dock associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for loading dock associate in Seymour, TN is $14.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a loading dock associate?

To thrive as a Loading Dock Associate, you need strong physical stamina, attention to detail, and basic math skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse equipment like pallet jacks, forklifts, and inventory management systems is typically required, with some roles preferring OSHA forklift certification. Effective communication, reliability, and teamwork are key soft skills that help manage workflow and ensure safety. These skills are essential for maintaining efficient operations, preventing accidents, and ensuring accurate handling of goods in a fast-paced dock environment.

What is the difference between Loading Dock Associate vs Warehouse Worker?

AspectLoading Dock AssociateWarehouse Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent, may require forklift or equipment training
Work EnvironmentLoading docks, shipping and receiving areasWarehouse floors, storage areas, shipping zones
Job DutiesLoading/unloading trucks, inspecting shipments, using forkliftsPicking, packing, inventory management, general warehouse tasks

Loading Dock Associates primarily focus on loading and unloading shipments at docks, often requiring forklift operation and shipment inspection. Warehouse Workers have broader responsibilities within the warehouse, including inventory management and order fulfillment. Both roles are essential in logistics and share similar certifications, but their daily tasks and work environments differ slightly.

What is a loading dock associate?

Loading dock associates are workers responsible for handling the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods at a loading dock. Their duties typically include unloading and loading trucks, checking shipments for accuracy, and ensuring that goods are safely and efficiently moved within a warehouse or distribution center. They may also operate equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks and are expected to follow safety protocols to prevent accidents. Attention to detail and physical stamina are important qualities in this role.

What are some common challenges a loading dock associate faces, and how can they be effectively managed?

Loading Dock Associates often encounter challenges such as handling time-sensitive shipments, ensuring the safe movement of heavy goods, and maintaining organization in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication with warehouse staff and truck drivers is crucial to prevent delays and reduce errors. Staying attentive to safety protocols and using proper lifting techniques helps minimize injuries and keep operations running smoothly. Proactively managing priorities and staying adaptable to sudden changes in delivery schedules are also key skills for success in this role.
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Cross-dock Associate - Days

Saddle Creek Logistics Services

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$15.75 - $18.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Job description

Why Work for Saddle Creek?
Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you're looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.
Benefits:
  • Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials
  • Benefits package including medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursement
  • Medical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discounts
  • HSA with annual employer contribution
  • Weekly 401(k) match
  • Vacation immediately upon hire
  • 8 holidays per calendar year
  • Personal time after 90 days
  • EAP and identity theft protection
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company paid life insurance and short term disability
Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc.), unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided salary estimates may not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek. Our recruiters look forward to speaking with you about your background, skills, and compensation requirements.
Cross-dock Associates are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting of products into and out of a cross-dock environment. Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other Associates and productively with little supervision. Following company safety policies and procedures is of great importance to this position. Upon completion of training and certification a Warehouse Associate may drive gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices such as forklift and clamp attachments, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials/pallets by performing the following duties.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:
  • Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other Associates to do the same.
    Safely operates forklift and/or other machinery to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products.
  • Works cooperatively and productively with Supervisors and other Associates in order to complete tasks.
  • Arranges cartons on pallets keeping in mind size, weight, height, etc.
  • Loads trucks keeping in mind cubic weight, size and characteristics (i.e., easily crushable,) in mind.
  • Works productively (i.e., receiving products, picking products, etc.) with little supervision.
  • Provides and inspires outstanding service to customers (i.e., stores, etc.) by maintaining attention to detail and completing assigned work in a timely manner. Maintains condition of Distribution Center and/or warehouse work area (I.e., free of trash, product in correct location, etc.)
  • Additional duties as assigned by Distribution Center or Warehouse Management.
Education:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must be eighteen years of age or older.

Experience:
Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action employer, as required by law. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here. View the E-Verify Posting here.
Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity, please send an e-mail to Disability.accommodation@sclogistics.com and let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.

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