Walgreens Distribution Center

Facility info

WALGREENS - HOUSTON, TX UNLOAD TIMES Consistently slow — most reports 4-8 hours, some longer. One pallet every 15-30 minutes typical. Few outliers report 1-2 hours. Don't count on quick turnaround. APPOINTMENTS Required. Strict about timing — arriving early won't help and can work against you (gate prioritizes outgoing Walgreens trucks). Late arrivals face $500 fee and possible rescheduling refusal. Need five-digit delivery number (starts with letter + four numbers) before checking in. CHECK-IN & GATE Park on entrance way, walk paperwork to guard shack. Gate prioritizes exiting Walgreens trucks over incoming deliveries — can delay check-in significantly. Arrive 30+ minutes early minimum. Guard checks seal at gate. DOCK OPERATIONS Receiving office between doors 36-37. Get door assignment immediately upon check-in or after long wait. Offside backing required — tight space with limited depth. One-way traffic: counterclockwise around warehouse, exit same direction entered. Need gate pass to exit. RESTROOMS Porta-potty outside (not clean). Two interior restrooms exist but staff often deny driver access. Women report particular difficulty getting access. No overnight parking. STAFF & FACILITY Mixed reports. Gate security generally friendly. Receiving staff inconsistent — some drivers report professional service, many report rude/dismissive attitudes. Yard conditions tight for maneuvering. Vending machines inside office. CRITICAL NOTES Do not arrive early thinking you'll get in faster. Missing appointment time by any amount risks rescheduling. Seal breaking only when instructed. Tight facility — slide tandems all the way forward.