Air Logistics Warehouse Associate

Worldwide Flight Services; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay access

Awardco recognition

Health insurance

401k plan

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Internal mobility

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services, Inc. is hiring an Air Logistics Warehouse Associate in Allentown to load/unload Express packages from air freight containers and move them to trucks.

The role involves cross-dock operations, moving goods from aircraft to warehouse to outbound trucks in an open-air indoor facility adjacent to airport activity. The position requires physical work, adherence to safety guidelines, and availability for overtime, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience in a similar role preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload Express packages from air freight containers to and from semi-trucks across a wide area.
• Sort, scan and move small packages within the warehouse.
• Buildup/ breakdown package containers for outbound/inbound flights.
• Remove tie-downs and other gear when loading/unloading.
• Operate air freight handling equipment such as pallet jacks and gaylords.
• Weigh, label, or breakdown of gaylords or air freight containers.
• Check containers for correct piece count, weight, dimensions and documents per air safety guidelines.
• Report on time, including mandatory overtime, varying shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Complete required computer-based and on-the-job trainings.
• Adhere to company policies and safety procedures.
• Work outdoors with exposure to weather, engine noise and fumes.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

About WFS

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations, 27 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

As an Air Logistics Warehouse Associate, you will contribute to the timely delivery of Express packages by loading and unloading of air freight containers, moving these containers from airplane to truck for on-time delivery to our customers at our airport location. This job is a cross-dock operation; your role is to move Express packages from aircraft to warehouse to trucks with no/minimal storage. Our indoor facility is an open-air environment and not temperature-controlled, and you may work in or around aircraft. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of warehouse and air logistic experts across our Express locations. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

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Responsibilities

- Load and unload Express packages from air freight containers to and from semi-trucks in a widely dispersed area.

- Sorting, scanning and movement of small packages within the warehouse.

- Buildup / Breakdown package containers ready for outbound/inbound flights.

- Removal of tie-downs and other gear when loading and unloading.

- Operate air freight handling equipment such as pallet jacks and gaylords (push carts).

- Weighing, labeling, or make/break-down of gaylords or air freight containers.

- Check air express containers for proper piece count, weight, dimensions and documents as appropriate per air safety and security guidelines.

- Report to position on time, as scheduled, including mandatory overtime requirements, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.

- Successfully complete required computer based and on the job trainings.

- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standards.

- Perform all functions in accordance with safety procedures and policies.

- Work outdoors with exposure to extreme weather/elements, engine noise, and noxious fumes.

Minimum Requirements

- High School Diploma, GED or international equivalent required.

- One-year experience in similar role preferred not required.

- Valid Driver’s license.

- Must be at least 18 years of age.

- Must be able to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and holidays. Peak Season (November-December) may require longer hours.

- Ability to read, write and understand the English language.

- Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.

Preferred Skills

- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), and holidays.

- Ability to judge distances.

- Ability to successfully communicate with others.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in a variety of temperatures, rain, wind, hot and cold weather.

- Ability to stand for an entire shift and move long distances across our facilities.

Perks & Benefits

- Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!

- Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!

- Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!

- Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!

- Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!

- Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!

- Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.