FT Inbound Freight Handler

sefl; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 85,103,000 - 98,857,000; Full time

Job summary

sefl is seeking a full-time FT Inbound Freight Handler in Forest Park, GA. You will load/unload freight, inspect trailers, and ensure safe handling using forklifts and other equipment. Prior forklift experience is preferred, along with a valid forklift certification and a background check.

Pay ranges from $29.70 to $34.50 per hour, with third shift noted. You will follow safety procedures, review freight documents, and ensure proper weight distribution and securing of loads.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background check and drug/alcohol testing required.
• Prefer experience as forklift operator, dock/warehouse, or material handler.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment.
• Prepare, inspect, and clean trailers before loading.
• Weigh, dimension, and classify shipments for safe handling.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.
• Review freight bills and manifests for instructions and discrepancies.
• Verify hazardous material details and placarding when needed.

Skills

Forklift Operator

Dock/Warehouse Worker

Material Handler

Safe Lifting Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

As a FT Inbound Freight Handler, you will load and unload freight onto and off of equipment, as well as assist in the recouping of damaged freight. Prepare, sweep, inspect and cleans trailer(s) before loading freight. Use safe lifting techniques to properly load and unload freight. Select and use proper freight handling equipment to load and unload freight. Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware , hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight. Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification, freight rating, and safe handling. Plan cube utilization and proper weight distribution when loading freight. Count and inspect the condition of freight, documenting any shortages or damage. Review freight bills for special instructions. Check manifests for existing exceptions and check the label and the destination code on manifests against freight bills. Check for special instructions, weight distributions on headloads, and check headloads against the freight bills when loading freight. Verify the hazardous material product description, determine any discrepancies in the paperwork, and verify proper placarding when loading hazardous material. Properly block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.

For this role, we prefer you have a High School Diploma or GED. You must have the ability to satisfactorily pass a background check and an alcohol and drug test. We would prefer for you to have prior experience as a Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker , or Material Handler. We would also prefer you to have previously held a Forklift Certification.

Pay: $29.70-$ 34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift

Third Shift

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