PT Outbound Freight Handler

sefl; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

sefl is seeking a part-time Outbound Freight Handler in Forest Park, GA. The role involves loading and unloading freight, preparing trailers, and using forklifts and hand trucks to move goods safely and efficiently.

You will weigh and dimension shipments, plan cube utilization and weight distribution, and inspect freight for damage or shortages. Documentation checks and hazardous material handling are required, with background and drug tests anticipated.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Background check and alcohol/drug test required.
• Experience as Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker, or Material Handler preferred.
• Forklift Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect, and clean trailers before loading.
• Use proper equipment (forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks) to move freight.
• Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification.
• Plan cube utilization and weight distribution when loading.
• Count and inspect freight for shortages or damage.
• Review freight bills and manifests for instructions and exceptions.
• Verify hazardous material descriptions and placarding during loading.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.

Skills

Safe lifting techniques

Cube utilization planning

Weight distribution planning

Documentation review

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Forklift Operator

Dock/Warehouse equipment

Material Handler

Job description

As a PT Outbound 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: $18.10-$21 .60 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)Work ShiftSecond Shifthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZc1A8aeshc

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