PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 24,934 - 29,756; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Part-Time Outbound Freight Handler. In this role, you'll load and unload freight, ensuring safe handling and documentation of conditions. You are required to have a High School Diploma or GED and pass background checks.

The position offers flexible hours for the second shift with a pay range of $18.10–$21.60 per hour. Candidates with prior forklift experience will be preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.
• Previous experience as a forklift operator or warehouse worker is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using safe lifting techniques.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for classification.
• Count and inspect freight conditions and document any issues.

Skills

Safe lifting techniques

Freight handling equipment operation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

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. You will prepare, sweep, inspect, and clean trailer(s) before loading freight.

Responsibilities

• Use safe lifting techniques to properly load and unload freight.
• Select and use proper freight handling equipment, including forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment.
• Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification 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, verifying labels and destination codes against freight bills.
• Verify hazardous material product description and placarding, addressing any discrepancies.
• Properly block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to satisfactorily pass a background check and an alcohol and drug test.
• Prior experience as a forklift operator, dock or warehouse worker, or material handler.
• Previously held a forklift certification.

Pay: $18.10–$21.60 per hour

Job Type: Part-Time

Shift: Second Shift

Southeastern Freight Lines provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.