Forklift Operator & Freight Dock Specialist (Evenings)

Forward Air Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation in the United States is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely load, unload, stage, and move freight in a multimodal terminal, warehouse, or dock environment. You will mentor newer Material Handlers and help solve operational issues on the floor.

The role requires forklift certification, 3+ years of dock experience, strong safety awareness, and ability to operate a range of MHE. Compensation is $20 per hour with onsite schedule and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Certification: Valid forklift certification/licensure (or ability to obtain before operating equipment) required.
• Experience: 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience required.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to recognize numbers, labels, barcodes, and freight markings accurately.
• Technology: Willingness to learn basic computer systems and handheld scanners.
• Equipment: Safe operation of pallet jacks, forklifts, and other MHE with training.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using forklifts and other MHE.
• Move, stage, sort, and position freight between dock doors and designated areas.
• Pick, pack, and prepare items for shipping.
• Assist drivers with loading/unloading following safety procedures.
• Label, scan, and track freight with handheld devices.
• Identify damaged freight and report issues to supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe dock environment.
• Support dock productivity and workflow efficiency.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays as needed.

Skills

Forklift certification

English communication

Basic arithmetic

Learn computer systems

Regular attendance

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld scanners

MHE (pallet jacks, dollies)

Freight-tracking devices

Job description

Forward Air Corporation in the United States is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely load, unload, stage, and move freight in a multimodal terminal, warehouse, or dock environment. You will mentor newer Material Handlers and help solve operational issues on the floor.

The role requires forklift certification, 3+ years of dock experience, strong safety awareness, and ability to operate a range of MHE. Compensation is $20 per hour with onsite schedule and potential overtime.