Kraft Lathrop Mixing Center

Facility info

Live load — expect 5-9 hour waits. Many reports of 6-8 hour load times even with no other trucks present. Appointments mean little; no communication on delays or ETA. Drop and hook runs smoother. Faster turnarounds reported; slide tandems before entering, keep doors closed at dock, get paperwork at office after green light. Check-in procedure. Guard shack handles initial paperwork. Office issues final paperwork after loading. Some locations have overnight/2am drop-off options without office staff present. Guard shack staff inconsistent. Mix of professional/helpful personnel and reports of rude, unprofessional, dismissive behavior. Attitude varies by shift and individual. Loading/unloading pace slow. Understaffed warehouse, falls behind schedule. No facility contact info or communication on delays. Drivers report frustration with lack of updates. No overnight parking on-site. Pilot 3 miles away, Love's 13 miles away. Bathroom/facilities. Shipping office has clean restrooms and vending machines mentioned in positive reviews. Yard conditions. Limited parking and maneuverability noted. Compact facility. Reefer drivers. Ensure 3/4+ tank fuel before arriving. Consistency issue. Performance and staff attitude vary significantly between visits and shifts.