Columbus Vegetable Oils

Facility info

OPERATIONS Appointments required but effectively first-come, first-served once you arrive Check in immediately at door 1 (pickups) or door 24 (deliveries) — don't wait in line Live load only Wait times consistently 3-7+ hours; some reports of 9-12 hours Trailer rejections documented for dust/cleanliness issues — clean trailer before arrival Power outages have caused additional delays Receiving closes at 4pm FACILITY EXPERIENCE Tight dock backing — challenging for larger rigs and rookies; take your time Limited dock space; single-file line required on side street before checking in 14 docks available but often understaffed (reports of 2 people loading from 14 docks) Staff attitude mixed: some drivers report friendly, accommodating staff; others report rude, lazy, unprofessional behavior and long waits at check-in window No overnight parking at facility; some report parking available across street Bathroom situation unclear — some mention porta-potties outside, others report inadequate facilities Driver waiting room reportedly filthy Yard conditions tight and congested Enter via Mt. Prospect Road for pickups OTHER Brokers may communicate different timelines than actual conditions Early morning arrivals (before 8am) may get faster service Tanker drivers report better experience on early/overnight unloads