LOAD SETTER

Overview

Oversees loading and securing of delivery trucks, supervising staff and ensuring safety.

Key Responsibilities

• load tie-downs
• material accuracy
• truck loading
• pre-assembly
• weight distribution
• safety reporting

Tasks

-Oversees all load tie-downs to assure belts and ropes are sound and secure. Also, ensures protective equipment is being used during periods of inclement weather. -Supervises the setting and tie-down of all materials loaded for delivery. -Ensures materials loaded are accurate in regards to type, size, quantity and quality for each order. -Cooperates with the Yard Foreman and Drivers to ensure quick turnaround of the delivery vehicles during the course of the day. -Directs the loading of each truck in accordance with the delivery sequence scheduled by the Yard Foreman. -Pre-assemble material for future loading and delivery. These pre-assembled materials must be marked to prevent disassembly. -Coordinates with other forklift operators and directs the positioning of materials to ensure good weight distribution. -Uses judgment in selecting quality materials, and substituting items if necessary. Must note any substitutions, changes, or discrepancies on the appropriate invoice copies prior to delivery. -Reports any observed safety hazard or faulty loading situation to management. -Supervises the work of Yard Associates assigned to assemble orders for loading.

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About Williams Lumber And Home Centers

-Transformed a single lumber yard into a regional building materials hub. -Seven locations across the Hudson Valley and Catskills. -Supply lumber, millwork, hardware, and masonry materials. -Serve contractors and DIY homeowners with in-store pickup or delivery. -Seljax estimating and 3D design software drives efficiency on projects. -Offer value-added services: tool repair, propane refills, key cutting, paint matching, and UPS shipping. -Strong focus on long-term relationships with staff and customers.

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