Cross Dock Associate Evenings (Tues-Sat / 4p-1a)

Saddle Creek Corporation; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with shift differentials

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Low health premium employee coverage

Job summary

Saddle Creek Corporation in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Cross Dock Associate for the evening shift (Tues-Sat, 4p-1a). The role involves loading, unloading, sorting, staging, and transporting goods in a cross-dock environment, with forklift operation after training and a strong emphasis on safety.

You will collaborate with Supervisors and Associates to ensure timely tasks, maintain a clean work area, and deliver outstanding service.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Bilingual is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety policies and performs tasks with minimal supervision.
• Operates forklift and other equipment to load, unload, sort, stage and transport products.
• Cooperates with Supervisors and Associates to complete tasks efficiently.
• Arranges cartons on pallets considering size, weight, and stability.
• Maintains clean and safe distribution center or warehouse work area.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

## Cross Dock Associate Evenings (Tues-Sat / 4p-1a)Applylocations: Knoxville, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R28618**Why Work for Saddle Creek?**Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.## **Benefits:*** Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials* Benefits package including medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursement* Medical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discounts* HSA with annual employer contribution* Weekly 401(k) match* Vacation immediately upon hire* 8 holidays per calendar year* Personal time after 90 days* EAP and identity theft protection* Tuition reimbursement* Company paid life insurance and short term disability*Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc.), unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided salary **estimates** may not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek. Our recruiters look forward to speaking with you about your background, skills, and compensation requirements.***Job Description**Cross-dock Associates are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting of products into and out of a cross-dock environment. Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other Associates and productively with little supervision. Following company safety policies and procedures is of great importance to this position. Upon completion of training and certification a Warehouse Associate may drive gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices such as forklift and clamp attachments, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials/pallets by performing the following duties.**Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:*** Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other Associates to do the same.* Safely operates forklift and/or other machinery to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products.* Works cooperatively and productively with Supervisors and other Associates in order to complete tasks.* Arranges cartons on pallets keeping in mind size, weight, height, etc.* Loads trucks keeping in mind cubic weight, size and characteristics (i.e., easily crushable,) in mind.* Works productively (i.e., receiving products, picking products, etc.) with little supervision.* Provides and inspires outstanding service to customers (i.e., stores, etc.) by maintaining attention to detail and completing assigned work in a timely manner. Maintains condition of Distribution Center and/or warehouse work area (I.e., free of trash, product in correct location, etc.)* Additional duties as assigned by Distribution Center or Warehouse Management.**Education:**A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must be eighteen years of age or older.**Experience:**Bilingual is preferredSaddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action employer, as required by law. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here. View the E-Verify Posting here.Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.