The Furniture Loader is responsible for safely, accurately, and efficiently loading finished upholstered furniture onto trailers for retailer/customer delivery. This position ensures products are staged, inspected, protected, and loaded according to shipping schedules, retailer/customer requirements, and established loading procedures. The Furniture Loader plays a key role in preventing product damage, maximizing trailer utilization, and supporting on-time customer deliveries while maintaining Jonathan Louis International quality and safety standards.

Job Responsibilities:

· Accurately read and follow shipping schedules, load sheets, bills of lading, and loading instructions.

· Load finished furniture into trailers according to established loading patterns and customer delivery requirements. 

· Inspect finished goods prior to loading to verify product identification, packaging integrity, and shipment accuracy.

· Ensure all products are handled carefully to prevent damage during staging and loading. 

· Secure furniture within trailers using approved methods to minimize movement and prevent damage during transportation. 

· Verify that all required shipping labels, tags, and documentation match customer orders before loading.

· Assist in staging finished goods in loading order to support efficient trailer loading. 

· Communicate shortages, damaged products, or shipping discrepancies to the Shipping Lead immediately. 

· Operate pallet jacks and other approved material handling equipment safely. 

· Assist forklift operators as needed during loading activities while maintaining safe work practices. 

· Maintain trailer cleanliness and inspect trailers before loading to ensure they are suitable for shipment.

· Maximize trailer cube utilization while ensuring product protection and safe loading practices. 

· Follow all company safety procedures, material handling guidelines, and quality standards. 

· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area. 

· Work collaboratively with shipping, production, inventory, and transportation personnel to meet daily shipping objectives. 

· Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental and operational needs. 

Qualifications (Experience/Education):

· High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 

· 1–3 years of warehouse, shipping, furniture handling, logistics, or manufacturing experience preferred. 

· Experience loading trailers, moving large products, or working in a distribution environment preferred.

· Ability to read shipping documentation and follow loading instructions accurately. 

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to shipment accuracy and product quality. 

· Good communication and teamwork skills. 

· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing and shipping environment. 

· Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe material handling practices. 

· Forklift certification or the ability to become certified preferred.

· Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. 

** CLASS A CDL PREFERRED**

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and maneuver upholstered furniture and related products within established weight guidelines, with or without reasonable accommodation.

· Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, stoop, climb, and reach throughout the workday.

· Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods. 

· Ability to work inside trailers and warehouse environments with varying temperatures and limited climate control. 

· Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and work around forklifts and other material handling equipment. 

· Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all company safety requirements.