Early-Morning Freight Handler (Dock & Forklift)

FedEx Freight; Kaukauna (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Kaukauna, WI is seeking a warehouse associate to transport freight between dock areas and trailers, using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck. The role includes verifying documents, securing freight, and assisting customers with freight paperwork.

Requirements include a High school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift heavy weights, and good communication. The position offers early morning shifts and growth within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing or forklift experience preferred.
• If hostler/yard mule duties required, experience preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
• Perform freight handling using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description and weight.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight as needed.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Teamwork

Basic math

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight in Kaukauna, WI is seeking a warehouse associate to transport freight between dock areas and trailers, using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck. The role includes verifying documents, securing freight, and assisting customers with freight paperwork.

Requirements include a High school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift heavy weights, and good communication. The position offers early morning shifts and growth within a fast-paced warehouse environment.