Night Forklift Operator & Dock Lead Mentor

Forward Air Corp.; Des Plaines (IL); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 33.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Forward Air Corp. is seeking a Forklift Operator in Des Plaines, IL. The role emphasizes safe, accurate loading/unloading, staging, and documentation of freight within a multimodal terminal and warehouse environment, with opportunities to mentor developing team members.

The position requires a valid forklift certification, 3+ years of dock/warehouse experience, and the ability to operate various material handling equipment while adhering to safety standards.

Qualificações

• Valid forklift certification is required or must be obtained before operation.
• 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience.
• Ability to read labels and perform basic arithmetic.
• Experience with handheld scanners and freight-tracking devices is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Load and unload freight using forklifts and other MHE.
• Move, stage, and position freight between doors and warehouse areas.
• Pick, pack, and prepare items for shipping.
• Assist drivers with loading and unloading following safety procedures.
• Label, scan, and track freight using handheld scanners.
• Identify damaged freight and report issues.
• Maintain safety policies and PPE standards.
• Keep dock clean and organized.
• Learn equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Support dock productivity and workflow.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Lead capacity where appropriate.
• Train and mentor other Material Handlers.
• All other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Forklift certification

English communication

Numerical literacy

Safety consciousness

Attention to detail

Formação

High School Diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Pallet jacks

Handheld scanners

Freight-tracking devices

Conveyors

Descrição da vaga

Forward Air Corp. is seeking a Forklift Operator in Des Plaines, IL. The role emphasizes safe, accurate loading/unloading, staging, and documentation of freight within a multimodal terminal and warehouse environment, with opportunities to mentor developing team members.

The position requires a valid forklift certification, 3+ years of dock/warehouse experience, and the ability to operate various material handling equipment while adhering to safety standards.