FT Inbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a FT Inbound Freight Handler in Pooler, GA to load and unload freight, prepare trailers, and verify paperwork for safe transport. The role emphasizes safe lifting, proper equipment use, and accurate weight/dimension checks.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, background and drug test clearance, and prior forklift or warehouse experience. Pay ranges from $29.70 to $34.50 per hour, with a third shift available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background check and drug test.
• Prior experience as Forklift Operator, Dock worker, or Warehouse Worker preferred.
• Forklift Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect, and clean trailers.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for classification and safety.
• Plan cube utilization and weight distribution during loading.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.
• Review freight bills and manifests for instructions and accuracy.
• Verify hazardous material paperwork and placarding when needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Equipment handling

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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