Wakefern - Dayton

Facility info

Appointment scheduling: Can take deliveries a day early if capacity allows; early arrivals sometimes get immediate doors, sometimes told to wait in overnight lot. Wait times: Highly unpredictable—ranges from under 1 hour to 8+ hours. Common complaints of 4–7 hour waits. Paperwork processing especially slow (can add 2+ hours after unloading complete). Live load vs drop & hook: Drop and hook available and quick. Live unload requires lumper (mandatory). Lumper fees: $175–$790+ depending on load size; payment methods vary (check, cash, EFS, Relay app, credit cards). Some drivers report inconsistent pricing for similar loads. Check-in: Security guards handle overnight arrivals. Guard English comprehension sometimes poor—communication delays reported. Overnight parking: Available on-site or street in front; ask security for specific lot location. Facility condition: Tight backing between doors. Porta potties available and reportedly clean. No nearby truck stops for fuel/services. Staff attitude: Highly variable—ranges from "very friendly and helpful" to "rude and unprofessional." Receiving office slow. Work breaks interrupt mid-unload (20-minute stops during shifts). Unloading speed: When moving, 30 min–2 hours. Actual bottleneck is product counting—can stretch job another 2+ hours after unload complete. Safety/documentation: Mandatory equipment operation liability forms required (driver must sign). Receiving staff can refuse unload if forms unsigned.