Dockworker & Forklift Operator - Load, Secure, Move Freight

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC

Hays (KS)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 40,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is seeking a warehouse associate in Kansas to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and ensure secure handling of shipments. You will verify labels, follow safety and quality procedures, and keep accurate records of shortages or damages.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient loading in a fast-paced environment with a focus on compliance and teamwork across a nationwide network.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is 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 DOT regulations.
Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, airbags, 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.