Dockworker & Forklift Operator: Load & Secure Freight

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is actively seeking a warehouse associate in Buffalo, NY. The role handles freight in/out of trailers, operates forklifts and pallet jacks, and performs dock-related tasks to ensure efficient loading and unloading.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED with warehouse or dock experience. Forklift certification or hazmat training is preferred to promote safety and efficiency across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training.
• Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight for both loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows established bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes any shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Safety awareness

Reading labels

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is actively seeking a warehouse associate in Buffalo, NY. The role handles freight in/out of trailers, operates forklifts and pallet jacks, and performs dock-related tasks to ensure efficient loading and unloading.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED with warehouse or dock experience. Forklift certification or hazmat training is preferred to promote safety and efficiency across shifts.