Dockworker/Forklift Operator (PHX)

Xpress Global Systems (XGS); Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Xpress Global Systems (XGS) in Phoenix, AZ seeks dockworkers to load/unload freight, sort products, and ensure accurate trailer loading. You will operate barcode scanners and pallet jacks, keeping the dock tidy and safe on an afternoon shift.

Requirements include 6 months of warehouse experience, ability to read work orders, and strong attention to detail. This is an on-site role with a Monday–Friday schedule and a pay rate of $17.77 per hour.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Offloading delivery trucks and unloading merchandise from the dock
• Use forklift, pallet jack or side cart as needed
• Read barcodes with scanners and ensure correct freight movement
• Verify shipping information and label freight for destination
• Receive and store inventory and update records
• Inspect merchandise for damage and quality, report issues
• Sort freight by destination and perform dock cleanup
• May perform other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Verbal/Written communication

Physical stamina

Tools

Lift truck

Pallet jack

Side cart

Job description

Overview

• Monday-Friday (Afternoon Shift)
• $17.77/Hour

XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or 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 requirements
• Report 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.