Freight Handler - Part Time

Join the Pack at Pet Food Experts!

With a rich history spanning over 80 years, Pet Food Experts has evolved from a small family-run business into the nation's leading pet specialty distributor, proudly serving over 10,000 pet retail locations nationwide. 

At Pet Food Experts (PFX), we do more than distribute the best pet products—we fuel independent pet retailers with passion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to community. And now, with unprecedented growth and an expanded national footprint, we’re stronger than ever, ready to serve more retailers, support more brands, and make an even bigger impact in the pet industry.

Pet Zoo Alaska is looking for an individual who would like to support our warehousing functions at our Retail Store in Palmer. 

Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Builds relationships with customers during the carry out process by offering prompt, accurate service while following carry out procedures in the warehouse. 
• Accurately pick, stack, wrap and process transfers and all outgoing product. 
• Has an understanding of inventory control procedures and accurately records product information as required. 
• Efficiently manages the load out procedures to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Ensures self and working environment are properly maintained and reflects company standards of cleanliness and safety. 
• Stock sales floor, price merchandise, and promptly puts away backstock, ensuring proper rotation in all areas. 

• Dust and clean assigned areas. 

• Processes inter-company freight transfers for locations.

• Any other tasks as assigned from time to time by any manager.

• Accurately receive product properly following scanning procedures with clear understanding of procedures for overages, shortages and damaged product. 
• Receives all incoming product accurately via line item receiver/handheld scanner. 

Skills and Competencies:
• Ability to use handheld operating devices 
• Attention to Detail 
• Delivers success when helping customers and/or other associates 
• Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation 
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Experience and Education:
• 6-month experience with computers a must, able to understand MS Office Suite Programs and type.

Requirements:

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the warehouse, which entails lifting at least 50-100lbs regularly, and perform all functions as set forth above 
• Able to work indoor and/or outdoor as needed, even in inclement weather
• Able to work with hay, straw, and other farm products
• Able to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed

 Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Full Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision to keep you feeling your best.
• 401(k) with Employer Match – Because your future matters.
• Overtime Pay – Extra $$ for extra hours (because your time is valuable).
• Paid Holidays – Celebrate, relax, and recharge—on us! 

Pet Food Experts is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military status, or any protected characteristic.

All employment offers are contingent on passing a criminal background check.