Cargo Handler

Menzies Aviation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is hiring at Detroit, MI for a warehouse associate responsible for receiving, storing and distributing freight according to established guidelines. You will read airway bills, move freight with forklift, and place items on racks and bins by destination.

The role requires 18+, HS diploma, valid driver's license, ability to lift up to 70 lbs, and willingness to work variable shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Reads Airway bills, bills of landing, or freight manifest to determine items to be moved.
• Conveys freight from receiving areas to storage or designated areas with forklift.
• Sorts items by destination and stores dangerous goods in proper area.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs and comply with safety policies.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and have a valid license.

Responsibilities

• Read airway bills and freight manifests to determine items to be moved.
• Convey freight from receiving to storage or designated areas with forklift.
• Sort and store items by destination and maintain organized racks.
• Handle cargo build-up/breakdowns as needed and ensure area safety.
• Adhere to security procedures and company safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading and understanding English

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Detroit, MI | DTW
Brownstown Township, MI 48174, USA

Description

ole Purpose

Receives,storesanddistributesfreightwithinestablishedguidelinesbyperformingthefollowingduties.

What you will be doing

• Reads Airway bills, bills of landing, or freight manifest to determine the items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
• Conveysfreightfromreceivingareastostorageortootherdesignatedareaswithforkliftortransporter.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as consignee or destination.
• Sortsandstoresall dangerousgoodsinproperarea
• Fillrequisitions,workordersorrequestsformaterials, toolsorotherstockitemsand distributeitemsto other locations.
• Openbales,crates,andothercontainersforbreakdown.Recordscountofitemsreceivedordistributed. Weighs and countsitemsfordistribution within the warehousetoensure conformancetocompanystandards and air waybill.
• Performscargobuild-upand/orbreakdowns,freighttoand/orfromskid,palletsorULDs.
• Ensuresthatworkareasarecleanandhazardfreeofloosenets,straps,etc. ·
• MustpracticeallCompany'sSafetyPolicyinclusiveof, butnotlimitedtowearingPPE,equipmentoperation, safe lifting proceduresorobeying speed limitswhen driving companyvehiclesand equipment.
• MustfollowallSecurityproceduresasrequired.
• Other dutiesasassigned

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What we are looking for:

• Must be at least 18 years of age. Must pass Drug testing.
• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• Must have a current driver license with no violations over the past 5 years.
• Forklift certificate preferred, but not necessary.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English proficiently.
• Must be able tolift upto 70 lbs.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays. Previous customer service experience preferred
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing including drug testing
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airport and Custom badges/seals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to build relationships.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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