Lumper (1st Shift)

Job Attributes

133536BR
Operations
Full Time
Knoxville, TN
Performance Foodservice Knoxville (0570)
December 01, 2025

Lumper (1st Shift)

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.

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:
Responsible for moving product with a forklift or pallet jack from trailer to another area of the warehouse dock during receiving process. 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:
  • Move product from trailer to appropriate dock staging area in a safe, efficient manner.
  • Sort and segregate pallets / product, as necessary.
  • Check product for damages and alert recievers, if necessary.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
6 - 12 months warehouse and / or production work experience.

Preferred qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
1 - 2 years warehouse and / or production work experience.

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