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Warehouse Loading Dock Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Dockworker (Hostler)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$30.13/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment * Experience loading and unloading trailers * Basic written and verbal ...

Dockworker (Hostler)

Saint Louis, MO

$30.13/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment * Experience loading and unloading trailers * Basic written and verbal ...

Dockworker (Hostler)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$30.13/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment * Experience loading and unloading trailers * Basic written and verbal ...

Warehouse/Merchandiser

Columbia, MO · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Build pallets with orders and position them to loading docks * Wrap orders before loading on trucks * Re-stock inventory manually or with warehouse equipment * Keep records of completed orders

Mover

Bridgeton, MO

$16 - $19.25/hr

Mover Apprentices are responsible for loading and unloading trucks at the loading dock of our ... Should be Warehouse summer help or Apprentice. Initial should address warehouse work only. If we ...

Mover

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Mover Apprentices are responsible for loading and unloading trucks at the loading dock of our ... Should be Warehouse summer help or Apprentice. Initial should address warehouse work only. If we ...

Warehouse Loader - Night Shift

Meta, MO

$20 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform daily inspections on loading dock equipment and trailer spotting equipment. * Maintain an orderly warehouse, including sweeping up debris. * Always keep workstation and surrounding area in a ...

Warehouse Loader - Night Shift

Meta, MO · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform daily inspections on loading dock equipment and trailer spotting equipment. * Maintain an orderly warehouse, including sweeping up debris. * Always keep workstation and surrounding area in a ...

Dockworker (Hostler)

Marshfield, MO · On-site

$24.83/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment * Experience loading and unloading trailers * Basic written and verbal ...

Dockworker (Hostler)

Marshfield, MO · On-site

$24.83/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment * Experience loading and unloading trailers * Basic written and verbal ...

Dockworker (Hostler)

Marshfield, MO

$24.83/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment * Experience loading and unloading trailers * Basic written and verbal ...

Dockworker

Butler, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dockworker Position Hiring dockworkers to load and unload trailers in our fast-paced warehouse environment. Minimum Qualifications: * Proper loading in and out of trailers * Handle goods and ...

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Warehouse Loading Dock information

What is a warehouse loading dock?

A Warehouse Loading Dock job involves loading and unloading trucks, organizing shipments, and ensuring goods are moved efficiently within a warehouse. Workers use equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to transport materials. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and teamwork to maintain a smooth supply chain. Safety procedures are crucial to prevent accidents and ensure proper handling of goods.

What are some typical challenges faced when working on a warehouse loading dock?

Working on a warehouse loading dock can be physically demanding due to frequent heavy lifting, exposure to changing weather conditions, and the need to stay alert in a fast-paced environment with moving equipment. It’s common to juggle multiple tasks at once, such as loading and unloading shipments quickly while maintaining accuracy and safety standards. Teamwork is essential, as you’ll coordinate with truck drivers, warehouse staff, and supervisors to ensure the smooth flow of goods. With experience and proven reliability, there are often opportunities to advance to positions like lead dock worker, shift supervisor, or warehouse manager.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the warehouse loading dock position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Warehouse Loading Dock worker, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, basic math skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems, barcode scanners, pallet jacks, and forklift operation—often requiring certification—is important for efficiency and safety. Strong teamwork, reliability, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that help in coordinating with coworkers and meeting deadlines. Possessing these qualities is essential to ensure accurate, timely shipments and a safe, organized loading dock environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Warehouse Loading Dock jobs in Missouri?

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Infographic showing various Warehouse Loading Dock job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Day Shift! Warehouse Receiver

Performance Food Group

Springfield, MO • On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description


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 Summary:
Oversee the receiving dock area to receive, inspect, identify, count and verify quality and labeling of all materials and supplies delivered to the facility; complete related documentation, coordinate the storage of supplies and enter information into inventory database and other similar duties necessary to the movement and maintenance of supplies and raw materials 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 duties assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Follow 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.
  • Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
  • Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
  • Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
  • Open loading dock doors, set dock plate in place and prepare the area to receive products and supplies from tractor-trailers.
  • Inspect incoming trailers at the loading dock to insure they meet company quality standards and take appropriate action, as needed.
  • Receive incoming products and supplies and verify items on receiving schedule against the bill of lading. Ensure count accuracy, record counts on appropriate forms/database and verify quality and labeling of all materials and supplies.
  • Perform damage control checks on items received and contact supervisor about removing items according to company policy. Inspect date sensitive items, perform temperature checks, quality checks on products and take appropriate action as needed.
  • Identify label and store supplies according to specifications and enter purchase order data into the inventory system.
  • Coordinate and/or unload and transport items to staging areas in appropriate warehouse with forklift / pallet jack. Assist Forklift
  • Operators by putting away, breaking down pallets, changing stretch wrap and re-wrapping pallets, as needed.
  • Perform general housekeeping duties and keep warehouse area, loading dock and trailers clear and clean as required.
  • Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
  • Perform 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 - 12 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 and stack product between 10-35 pounds and up to 80 pounds occasionally throughout shift
Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e. cooler, freezer and dry
Pass pre-employment drug test
Preferred Qualifications
1-2 years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience
Pallet jack and/or forklift certified
OSHA Forklift operator certificate
Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.