Is it weird as a new preloader to want to become an unloader

[john117]

Im a preloader and im about to finish my training. But I kinda want to become an unloader. The reason being is that first of all, their job probably is more physical, which I wouldnt mind because I need the exercise anyway. And also, you cant really mess up, where as a preloader you can. You dont have to think at all, you just throw stuff onto the conveyer belt. It seems a lot less stressful being a preloader. Is it possible for me to switch to unloader?

 

[MC4YOU2]

It's possible. Usually, but not always, unload is considered the bottom rung starting position. If your mgt team figures they've invested too much into training you at loading, they may be hesitant to move you to the unload. You should just ask though, and see what they say. If you're a superstar at unload, they may feel it's a win/win.

 

[Box Ox]

Tell your supervisor you can't stop thinking about circus bears riding unicycles and dolphins balancing balls on their noses during preload. You think it might lead to a total loss of concentration and result in a huge number of misloads unless you're moved to unload.

 

[TearsInRain]

very natural feeling but they don't tend to start people in the unload anymore, it's usually the load

ass backwards thinking but that's where all the turnover is...

 

[oldngray]

very natural feeling but they don't tend to start people in the unload anymore, it's usually the load

ass backwards thinking but that's where all the turnover is...

Because you still need to use a little bit of your brain to load but you can unload when brain dead or stoned out of your mind?

 

[retiredTxfeeder]

OP, sounds like you're setting some pretty lofty goals for yourself. Reach for the stars!

 

[Wally]

You want weird? This is weird...

 

[Brownslave688]

Im a preloader and im about to finish my training. But I kinda want to become an unloader. The reason being is that first of all, their job probably is more physical, which I wouldnt mind because I need the exercise anyway. And also, you cant really mess up, where as a preloader you can. You dont have to think at all, you just throw stuff onto the conveyer belt. It seems a lot less stressful being a preloader. Is it possible for me to switch to unloader?

This guy gets it.


Unload is gravy.

 

[FrigidFTSup]

very natural feeling but they don't tend to start people in the unload anymore, it's usually the load

ass backwards thinking but that's where all the turnover is...

If I start a guy in the unload and he makes his 30 before I put him on cars I’m stuck with him if he sucks.

If I start him on cars and find out early I can work with him and try to fix it before he reaches seniority and can cut him loose if nothing improves.

Anybody can unload.

 

[cosmo1]

If I start a guy in the unload and he makes his 30 before I put him on cars I’m stuck with him if he sucks.

If I start him on cars and find out early I can work with him and try to fix it before he reaches seniority and can cut him loose if nothing improves.

Anybody can unload.

He should make his 30 on preload, and then screw up big-time.

Instant reassignment.

 

[GenericUsername]

FWIW, I spent 2 years loading cars, but this past year, for the days that I have worked the preload shift, I've been unloading. Their thought process, in my case, is that I can do everything but clerk stuff, so if someone doesn't show up or calls out, I can slide into that area and help out. It's a win/win for them and I don't do the same thing every day. The days I don't feel like being at work, I go and take 45 minutes to unload a pup and get the option of going home before the first hour is over. So that's a win/win in my book too.

 

[Shift Inhibit]

OP, sounds like you're setting some pretty lofty goals for yourself. Reach for the stars!

And maybe one day OP will be a PT sup

 

[watdaflock?]

Unload is horrible. Preload makes more and is a lot better. You're stupid to switch.

 

[retiredTxfeeder]

And maybe one day OP will be a PT sup

I don't believe management in this company wants someone who prefers a job that he doesn't want "to think at all" and wants a job that is "a lot less stressful than preload." Definately management material.

 

[Box Ox]

I don't believe management in this company wants someone who prefers a job that he doesn't want "to think at all" and wants a job that is "a lot less stressful than preload." Definately management material.

You can bet they’re gonna hop up into that unload trailer with him and try!

 

[StoptheAct1212]

Huh. Unload is done durring preload hours....

Unload is horrible. Preload makes more and is a lot better. You're stupid to switch.

 

[StoptheAct1212]

Listen, they want their best guys busting out those trailers, you can always clean up the belts later...

 

[watdaflock?]

Huh. Unload is done durring preload hours....

Yup and it doesn't change the fact, what I previously said.

 

[browntroll]

talk to your management but just letting you know expect to get used for both.
basically gonna unload for 3-4 hours then go to preload and help load for the slower/newer guys it happens
alot in my hub.