Forklift Operator

Expeditors International; Eagan, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Flexible Days

Sick Time

401(k) Match

ESPP

HSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

DC FSA

EAP

Training & Education

Job summary

Expeditors International is seeking a warehouse associate for a 12:00–21:00 Monday–Friday shift. The role emphasizes accuracy in loading/unloading freight, driving efficient processes, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, basic math and computer skills, plus the ability to work in a fast-paced team setting. Forklift certification will be provided, with competitive benefits and pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; forklift certification provided.
• Ability to read, count, and write legibly; basic math
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and safety standards

Responsibilities

• Load trailers and ocean containers safely using tools for transport.
• Unload freight, verify against manifest and documents, weigh and stage.
• Operate scanning equipment across warehouse processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, secure work area.
• Communicate volumes and capacity needs with product teams.
• Maximize warehouse space utilization.
• Assist in distribution and pick/pack activities.

Skills

Reading and math

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Geography knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Handheld tablets

Barcode scanners

Expeditors OS

Job description

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

The ideal candidate for this position must have a positive attitude and be self-motivated while also taking direction from Management. Also required are excellent oral/written communication skills and a proven history of providing exceptional customer service at all levels. Our work environment is team oriented and very fast paced, therefore a strong candidate must have excellent organizational and time management skills in addition to a professional attitude that exemplifies the Expeditors culture.

*Hours are 12:00 (noon) to 9:00 PM Monday - Friday

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load trailers and ocean containers using tools/equipment for safe, efficient transport including but not limited to: Blocking/bracing, decking, Efficient load management
• Unload and receive freight including but not limited to: Count freight and compare to manifest & internal receiving documents, weigh freight, record/verify dimensions, stage/store freight, labeling, and other general receiving duties
• Utilization of scanning equipment in all aspects of the warehouse
• Maintain clean, organized, and secure work area
• Communicate across product teams regarding volumes and capacity needed
• Maximize warehouse space usage
• Assist in Distribution - both systems work and pick/pack

Qualifications

• Education (preferred level) high school degree.
• Desired experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6
• Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing, walking, sitting for extended periods. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Basic US and Global geography knowledge is a plus
• Must havecomputer skills including: typing, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, operate handheld tablets and scanners, and ability to learn and operate within multiple Expeditors' proprietary operating systems
• Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Must be familiar with warehouse operations.
• Fork-lift certification will be provided

Additional Information

Expected base salary: $20/hr to $23/hr

May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
• Holidays (10)
• Flexible Days (2)
• PaidSick Time(accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.

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