Dock Worker - Full Time - Immediate Start Date!

Manitoulin Transport; Hartington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation provider in Hartington, Ontario, is seeking a skilled individual to handle freight, ensure warehouse organization, and operate freight transport equipment. Candidates must be dependable and able to lift 50 lbs. This position offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Profit-Sharing Opportunities

Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, sometimes repetitively.
• Ability to operate internal computer systems and handheld devices.
• Having own transportation with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Unload freight and stage it for pickup by drivers.
• Distribute freight to local drivers.
• Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Multitasking

Dependability

Education

WHMIS/Dangerous Goods Certificate

Forklift certificate

Tools

Handheld scanner

AS400 system

Job description

Overview

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, providing dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. With 60 years of experience, Manitoulin has developed transportation knowledge trusted by clients in various industries.

Responsibilities

• Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner, as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required
• Distributes freight to local P&D drivers
• Marks materials with identifying information
• Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed on handheld device
• Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper\'s bill of lading
• Starts heaters on trailers, applies proper placards to trailers as required
• Arranges freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space
• Operates a forklift to transport stored items from the dock warehouse to the trailer
• Maintains safety and cleanliness of the warehouse by sweeping floors and properly storing dunnage
• Typical hours are 11:00–20:00; split shift on Monday mornings to unload LTL (5:00 AM start typical)
• Uses the company pickup truck to make small rush deliveries as required
• Uses computer systems for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• WHMIS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/Forklift certificate (these items are covered with in-house training programs)
• Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and judgment skills
• Able to lift 50 lbs, sometimes repetitively
• Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully
• Ability to operate internal computer systems and handheld scanning devices
• Dependable and able to work in a dock environment safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures
• Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset
• Willing to train the right applicant
• Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record
• Note: This reflects the starting range for this position. The actual wage will be determined by the person\'s qualifications.

Benefits / Additional Information

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Program
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Fast-paced environments
• Rewarding Careers
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• Ask about our Dock to Driver Program