Dockworker/Forklift Operator (ORD)

Xpress Global Systems (XGS); Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Xpress Global Systems (XGS) is hiring warehouse dockworkers in Batavia, IL. The role involves loading and unloading freight, sorting products, and using barcode scanners to track shipments. Expect a 4:00 AM start and hands-on duties across the dock area.

Candidates should have at least 6 months of fulfillment experience, read work orders, and maintain high attention to detail. Physical work includes lifting up to 70 pounds and operating equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a warehouse or fulfillment role.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read and interpret written work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Offload delivery trucks and move merchandise into the warehouse.
• May load/unload by hand or with pallet jack/forklift.
• Use barcode scanners to read bar codes on products.
• Verify shipping information and ensure correct destination.
• Receive and store inventory and update records.
• Inspect merchandise for damage or irregularities and report issues.

Skills

Fulfillment experience

Attention to detail

Reading work orders

Age 18+

Education

None

Tools

Lift truck

Pallet jack

Job description

Overview

• Monday-Friday, 4AM Start Time!
• $20.97 Hourly!

XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or by using a pallet jack/forklift, sorting product, and ensuring that trailers are properly and accurately loaded. This position includes using a barcode scanner and helps to maintain the service center dock as neat and orderly.

Responsibilities

• Offloading delivery trucks transporting merchandise into the warehouse
• May load or unload by hand, or with freight handling tools such as lift truck, pallet jack, or side cart
• Use scanners to read bar codes on products
• Scan barcode on freight & ensure each freight movement to rack, floor or loading door
• View prompts on screens and follow the direction for some tasks
• Verify shipping information from the scan unit to ensure freight is labeled to go to the correct destination
• Receive and put away inventory
• Confirming merchandise information matches that of the work order
• Attach barcodes to freight for tracking and routing
• Finalizing the work order and updating the database
• Inspecting the merchandise for damage, flaws, and irregularities
• Ensure product meets quality requirementsReport overage, shortages, and damages according to operating procedures
• Sort and segregate freight by destination
• Verify freight counts
• Dock clean-up as needed
• May include other duties as assigned by Management

Qualifications

• 6 months experience
• Previous experience as a fulfillment associate
• Knowledge of warehousing procedures an advantage
• Ability to read and interpret written work orders
• Strong attention to detail
• 18 years old
• Meet minimum hiring criteria

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing
• Experience operating lift truck, pallet jack, or side desired
• Frequently lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds; pull up to 100 pounds and push up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally climb stairs
• Frequently stoop, kneel or crouch

ENVIRONMENT

Most work is conducted in a comfortable office environment but exposure to site conditions may also occur. Personal protective equipment must be worn in all areas as required. Although the work usually is not considered inherently dangerous, must be careful while performing onsite services. XGS reserves the right to revise or change duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.