Warehouse Associate - Motorcycles

Forward Air Corporation; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Commuter benefit plan

401(k)

Wellness program

Great culture

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking a Freight Handler to process, verify, and ship materials using warehouse management software while maintaining inventory accuracy. The role includes loading/unloading freight, labeling shipments, and ensuring safety procedures are followed daily.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least 2 years of warehouse experience, and the ability to lift up to 400 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of general warehouse experience.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 400 pounds.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Motorcycle license preferred but can be obtained on the job.

Responsibilities

• Process all materials using warehouse inventory software.
• Organize dock space for incoming shipments.
• Label and ship orders according to established procedures for each customer.
• Accurately pick and package all shipments.
• Ensure loads are secure.
• Inspect freight and follow reporting procedures.
• Verify inbound and outbound materials.
• Arrange and maintain filing and recording systems.
• Safely load and unload trailers using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Schedule: Mon - Fri 7am - 3:30pm

Job Description

Position: Freight Handler

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

The Freight Handler is responsible for processing, verifying, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy using warehouse management software. Key duties include loading and unloading freight, managing proper inventory placement and retrieval, pushing and riding motorcycles, labeling shipments, packing and unpacking shipments, and ensuring compliance with safety and reporting procedures. The role also occasionally involves delivering material and motorcycles using a 24‑foot straight truck or a pick‑up truck and trailer.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Process all aspects of materials using warehouse inventory software
• Organize dock space for incoming shipments
• Label and ship orders according to established procedures for each customer
• Accurately pick and package all shipments
• Ensure loads are secure
• Inspect freight and follow appropriate reporting procedures
• Verify all inbound and outbound materials
• Arrange and maintain filing and recording systems
• Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience and willingness to drive a 24ft straight truck
• Experience and willingness to drive motorcycles
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of general warehouse experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Warehouse SAP database experience is a plus
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 400 pounds
• Must be able to push a motorcycle
• Forklift experience
• Motorcycle license preferred but can be obtained on the job
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and managers

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time, and holidays
• Company‑provided life insurance
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options
• Commuter benefit plan
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Wellness program
• A great place to work with a terrific culture