Dockworker to Forklift Operator — Load & Unload Pro

saia; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is a leading logistics and transportation company seeking a warehouse associate to load/unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and secure shipments at our Missouri facilities.

Join a safety-focused team that values efficiency and accuracy, with competitive hourly pay and benefits. You will follow DOT regulations, maintain equipment, and contribute to a clean, organized warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Experience in warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack.
• 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 Department of Transportation 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 operation

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Dock equipment

Job description

Saia is a leading logistics and transportation company seeking a warehouse associate to load/unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and secure shipments at our Missouri facilities.

Join a safety-focused team that values efficiency and accuracy, with competitive hourly pay and benefits. You will follow DOT regulations, maintain equipment, and contribute to a clean, organized warehouse environment.