At Professional Freight Services, we know that sorting and segregating freight is the backbone of a smooth supply chain. Whether you’re handling mixed trailers, eCommerce parcels, or bulk retail cartons, our trained crews make sure every package is quickly identified, staged, and ready for its next move.
We bring the labor, processes, and accountability you need to keep your dock flowing and your customers satisfied.
What We Do
- Sort mixed freight by destination, SKU, purchase order, or customer
- Segregate packages for specific carriers, departments, or zones
- Labeling & re-labeling for compliance with retailer or carrier requirements
- Staging & palletizing packages for outbound or storage
- Quality checks to identify damages, mislabels, or shortages before they leave your dock
- 24/7 availability for inbound containers, outbound surge loads, and special projects
Why Sorting & Segregating Matters
- Accuracy: Prevents shipping errors and costly returns
- Speed: Keeps trailers, containers, and docks moving without delay
- Compliance: Meets retailer, carrier, or regulatory requirements
- Efficiency: Reduces touches by ensuring packages go to the right zone the first time
- Visibility: Ensures inventory systems match what’s on the floor
Types of Sorting & Segregation
- By Destination: City, region, route, or delivery zone
- By Customer: Retailer, distributor, or direct buyer
- By SKU / Product Line: Grouping like items for faster pick & pack
- By Carrier / Method: LTL, parcel, same-day, or dedicated loads
- By Compliance Needs: Retail-ready, eCommerce-ready, rework for labeling standards
Safety & Compliance First
- Crews trained in package handling best practices
- PPE and site orientation followed for every project
- Damage and exception reporting built into the process
- Clear communication with your dock leads and supervisors
Engagement Models
- On-Demand: Call us when a mixed load arrives and needs immediate sorting
- Shift Coverage: Daily support for inbound/outbound docks
- Project-Based: Special projects like re-labeling or compliance segregation
- Seasonal Ramp: Surge staffing during peak eCommerce or retail periods
Typical Use Cases
- A mixed import container needs to be broken down by SKU for different warehouses
- A big-box retailer requires packages to be sorted by store ID before shipping
- eCommerce returns need to be triaged and re-sorted for resale or disposal
- A shipper receives bulk pallets that must be segregated by purchase order
What You Can Expect
- Trained, reliable crews that arrive ready to work
- Efficient workflows that minimize downtime and errors
- Accountability and reporting so you know exactly what was handled
- Scalable support—from a small crew to a full dock team
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide equipment for sorting?
We provide the labor. Equipment like pallet jacks, forklifts, or scanners are typically supplied by the facility, though our crews can operate them if approved and certified onsite.
Can you re-label packages?
Yes. We can support relabeling or over-labeling to meet retailer or carrier compliance.
Do you handle hazardous materials?
No. We do not handle hazmat. We only manage non-hazardous freight and packaging.
How do you charge for sorting projects?
Pricing is typically hourly by crew size. For defined projects, we can provide a project-based quote.
Let’s Get Your Freight Sorted
Don’t let mixed loads slow you down. Professional Freight Services provides the reliable labor you need to sort, segregate, and stage freight fast—so your warehouse can keep moving.
Call: (314) 429-1277
Email: info@professionalfreightservices.com
