Weis Markets Packaging Guidelines

Explore Weis Markets packaging guidelines—detailed FAQ on packing lists, pallet stacking, labeling, and shipping requirements for cartons and pallets.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

Packing Lists must specify:
- Purchase Order Number
- Itemized List of Weis Item Codes
- Total number of cases shipped by item
- Total weight of cases shipped by item
- Expiration date
- Case pack quantity (including inner pack carton quantity, if applicable)
- Accurate product description
- Shipper's OS&D Contact Information
- Country of Origin
The LTL Packing Lists must be attached to the shipment. A duplicate copy is required and must be placed in a sealed envelope and attached to the BOL or freight receipt.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Packing Lists must specify the Purchase Order Number, itemized list of Weis Item Codes, total number of cases shipped by item, total weight of cases shipped by item, expiration date, case pack quantity, accurate product description, shipper's OS&D contact information, and country of origin. LTL Packing Lists must be attached to the shipment. A duplicate copy is required and must be placed in a sealed envelope and attached to the Bill of Lading or freight receipt.

Can pallets be stacked?

Yes, pallets can be stacked. Boxes must be stacked with an interlocking pattern on the pallet. Group full pallet overflows by double stacking or loading side by side on the trailer. Multiple items can be stacked on the same pallet but must allow quick breakdown by item, and product may not be intermixed throughout the pallet. Boxes must not hang over the sides of pallets.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Multiple purchase orders must be clearly marked and shipped on separate pallets. There is no mention of mixing purchase orders within a single carton.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Multiple purchase orders must be clearly marked and shipped on separate pallets; mixing purchase orders in a single pallet is not permitted.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Multiple items can be stacked on the same pallet but must be stacked in a way to allow quick breakdown by item. Product may not be intermixed throughout the pallet, and multiple purchase orders must be clearly marked and shipped on separate pallets.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Allowed pallet types include standard Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) 40" x 48" 4-way pallets, as well as CHEP, PECO, and iGPS pallets. Any non-standard pallets, such as 1/4 pallet and 1/2 pallet shippers, must be placed on a standard GMA, CHEP, PECO, or iGPS pallet.

What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?

For Bills of Lading in pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments, BOL must specify Origin Address, Ship to Address, Purchase Order Number(s), Weight for each Purchase Order Line Item, a body containing notification of tendered packing slip, and shipping temperature requirements complying with Weis Market's Food Safety Requirements. Two copies of the BOL are required, with one placed with the freight receipt. Mark/Label each piece visibly and completely with Product Description, Shipping Case Pack Size, Inner Carton Pack, UPC Code, Manufacturer Code, Weis Item Code, Expiration Date, and Country of Origin.

What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?

Cartons must be marked/labeled visibly, clearly, and completely on the top and sides with product identification, shipping case pack size, inner carton pack, UPC code, manufacturer code, Weis item code, expiration date, and country of origin. For pallets, the outside should be labeled with the basic information found on the Bill of Lading, except you specified not to include BOL information, so refer to the carton requirements on the outside of pallets as well. Boxes on the pallet should not hang over the sides, and should be stacked with an interlocking pattern.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

Mark/Label each piece with Product Identification, Shipping Case Pack Size, Inner Carton Pack, UPC Code, Manufacturer Code, Weis Item Code, Expiration Date, Country of Origin.

What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?

All packaging must be labeled visibly, clearly and completely on the top and sides with the following information: Product Identification (Description), Shipping Case Pack Size, Inner Carton Pack, UPC Code, Manufacturer Code, Weis Item Code, Expiration Date, and Country of Origin. There is no specific mention of GS1 or UCC18 codes in the context provided.