Evening Dock Freight Specialist - Forklift and Pallet

FedEx Freight; Manchester Township (PA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Pennsylvania is seeking a Warehouse/Dock associate to transport freight across the dock area to/from trailers and support loading operations. The role involves operating forklift and hand-truck equipment, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads with straps and pallets.

Duties include hostling if needed and complying with safety regulations. The position requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift heavy loads regularly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift operations 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

• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operations

Freight handling

Basic math

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum age 18

Job description

FedEx Freight in Pennsylvania is seeking a Warehouse/Dock associate to transport freight across the dock area to/from trailers and support loading operations. The role involves operating forklift and hand-truck equipment, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads with straps and pallets.

Duties include hostling if needed and complying with safety regulations. The position requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift heavy loads regularly.