Dockworker: Forklift Operator with Growth & Benefits

Saia; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is hiring for full-time and part-time warehouse roles in Ohio. The position involves loading and unloading freight with forklifts and pallet jacks, handling shipping documents, and ensuring safe, compliant operations. Strong attention to detail is preferred and hazmat training is a plus.

Pay ranges from $25.50 to $29.25 per hour, commensurate with experience, with benefits and growth opportunities at Saia. Applicants must be able to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend English to perform job tasks and complete shipping documents.
• Preferred: forklift experience, hazmat training, strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps, bars, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Follows bill of lading and quality control procedures for timely, cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports and processes shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

English language proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia is hiring for full-time and part-time warehouse roles in Ohio. The position involves loading and unloading freight with forklifts and pallet jacks, handling shipping documents, and ensuring safe, compliant operations. Strong attention to detail is preferred and hazmat training is a plus.

Pay ranges from $25.50 to $29.25 per hour, commensurate with experience, with benefits and growth opportunities at Saia. Applicants must be able to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends.