Forklift Operator

maersk; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Forklift Operator to handle loading and unloading of materials during a 1:00 pm–10:00 pm shift in Maryland. You will use forklifts, pallet jacks, and RF scanners, ensure safety, and maintain accurate receiving against manifests. Direct hire with benefits and PTO Day 1.

Responsibilities include identifying discrepancies, operating equipment safely, and adhering to TSA/OSHA guidelines while working with a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding/shrink-wrap material (forklift experience required).
• RF scan gun experience is required.
• Previous forklift certifications preferred.
• Must be able to work overtime and occasional weekends.
• Must read and comprehend work instructions.
• Must work well with others and have high attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred – 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials using hand truck, reach truck, or forklift.
• Use manifest to pull routes, stage freight, and assist drivers.
• Identify and annotate OS&DS (overages, shortages, damages).
• Safely operate warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Follow instructions in fast-paced environment and maintain safety.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scan gun

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Overtime availability

English language skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Banding/shrink-wrap

Job description

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

We are looking for Forklift Operator for our Monday through Friday 1pm to 10pm shift. (Sit-down Forklift)

Direct hire with benefits and PTO day1!

The Forklift Operator is in charge of loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift. They are to maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify any discrepancies in receiving loads against manifest.

Essential Functions:

• Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers in loading and unloading trucks
• Forklift experience
• Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products, and other like duties must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately.
• Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
• Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure a safe and secure work environment, including all TSA and OSHA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills/Competencies:

• Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding/shrink-wrap material
• Experience using an RF scan gun is required
• Previous forklift certifications preferred
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
• Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well
• Must have the ability to work well with others
• High attention to detail required
• Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Previous warehouse experience preferred - 1 years experience

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Position requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds unassisted and use pallet jacks and forklifts.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Company Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range:$20 to $21 per hour

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

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