Dockworker & Forklift Operator – Quick Start Pay

Saia Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a warehouse associate to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and maintain secure handling of shipments.

You will work with pallet jacks and other equipment to move goods efficiently and safely, complying with DOT regulations and internal procedures. The role emphasizes accurate handling, attention to measurement and labeling, and a commitment to a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack operations.
• Ability to read labels and properly secure freight for loading/unloading.
• Commitment to safety and quality control procedures.

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, 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 experience

Pallet jack experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a warehouse associate to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and maintain secure handling of shipments.

You will work with pallet jacks and other equipment to move goods efficiently and safely, complying with DOT regulations and internal procedures. The role emphasizes accurate handling, attention to measurement and labeling, and a commitment to a clean, safe work environment.