Freight Handler & Forklift Operator — Evening Shift (Sun–Thu)

Forward Air Corp.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. is seeking capable individuals to join our fast-paced shipping/dock operation as Freight Handler/Forklift Operator. You will load and unload freight on trailers, using scanners to track shipments and label boxes for dispatch.

Training is provided, and you must be able to lift up to 90 pounds occasionally. Candidates should be flexible to work Sundays through Thursdays, 3PM–11PM, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed.
• Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus.
• Must be 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Loading/unloading of 53 ft trailers and operation of scanners.
• Use handheld scanners to track freight through the distribution network.
• Label boxes and prepare freight for shipment.
• Safely load/unload trailers using hand trucks/pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required.
• Verify documentation and condition of freight to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Flexibility

Forklift knowledge

Job description

Forward Air Corp. is seeking capable individuals to join our fast-paced shipping/dock operation as Freight Handler/Forklift Operator. You will load and unload freight on trailers, using scanners to track shipments and label boxes for dispatch.

Training is provided, and you must be able to lift up to 90 pounds occasionally. Candidates should be flexible to work Sundays through Thursdays, 3PM–11PM, with overtime as needed.