Freight Handler

FedEx; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Ontario is seeking a Freight Handler responsible for transporting and managing freight. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in warehousing, and the ability to operate forklifts. The role involves ensuring safety protocols are followed and assisting with freight documentation. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential. Competitive pay and shift flexibility are offered.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in warehousing and freight handling.
• Must obtain a forklift certificate within probationary period.
• Ability to lift/carry freight of varying weights.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight using manual and motorized equipment.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.
• Follow safety protocols during loading operations.

Skills

Freight handling

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Electric pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

Overview

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Responsible for transporting freight across dock area to / from trailers for loading, ensuring safety of freight being moved, and maintain freight records. As a Freight Handler, flexibility regarding shifts will be required.

Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment including but not limited to forklift, electric pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g., type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
• Following all safety and loading protocols / policies / procedures utilizing appropriate tools and resources (e.g., straps, boards) plan and organize the loading sequence of freight and secure freight
• Recoup / repair damaged freight when necessary
• Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures to eliminate risk (e.g., chemical spills, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
• Complete assigned tasks by following all policies and procedures (e.g., yard check)
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
• Perform general housekeeping indoors and outdoors (e.g., maintaining cleanliness of facility, trailers)
• Assist with mentoring of new hires (e.g., freight handlers)
• Comply with all applicable laws / regulations, as well as company policies / procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, forklift operation and / or cross dock
• Must possess or be able to obtain a forklift certificate within probationary period
• Ability to lift / carry hand freight of varying weights (e.g., lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force)
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, push / pull freight throughout shift
• Able to perform basic math, with or without a calculator
• Able to work alone or as a team member
• Able to follow instructions and complete required education (in person and computer)
• Strong problem-solving skills with strict attention to detail
• Basic computer skills and ability / willingness to learn new applications, software, systems, and equipment as required
• Good verbal, reading and written communication skills
• Bilingual (English / French), preferred; Quebec, required

Working Conditions

• Hours may vary due to operational need
• Must be able to hear at a level which would allow recognition of safety devices such as horns, backup signals and machinery in the potentially congested work environment of a loading dock, trailer and the yard
• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise
• Frequent contact with service centre personnel; fast-paced; deadline oriented

Preferred Qualifications : 1200H - 2030H

Pay Transparency : Pay

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