Cargo Handler - Full Time

Forward Air; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air recherche des individus capables et motivés pour le poste de Cargo Handler. Dans un environnement de travail rapide, vous serez responsable de la gestion du fret en toute sécurité, y compris le chargement et le déchargement de remorques. La formation et les matériaux nécessaires seront fournis pour garantir votre succès dans ce rôle essentiel.

Qualifications

• Doit avoir 18 ans ou plus.
• Connaissance en manutention de fret et opération de chariots élévateurs est un atout.

Responsibilities

• Charger et décharger des remorques commerciales de 53 pieds.
• Utiliser des scanners portables pour suivre le fret.
• Préparer le fret pour l'expédition en étiquetant correctement les boîtes.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Player

Flexibility

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Position: Cargo Handler

Job Description:

Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and materials for this position are provided.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through our distribution network
• Accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
• Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallets jack and forklifts
• Must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required
• Verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
• Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
• Must be 18 or older

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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