PT Outbound Freight Handler

sefl; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

sefl is seeking a PT Outbound Freight Handler in Rocky Mount, NC. You will load and unload freight, prepare trailers, and ensure safe handling using forklifts and other equipment. The role requires a HS diploma or GED, background check, and possibly forklift certification. Pay ranges from $18.70 to $22.20 per hour, with a second shift schedule.

Candidates with forklift experience and prior warehouse roles are preferred. Training on safety and proper lifting techniques will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect and clean trailers before loading freight.
• Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification and safe handling.
• Review freight bills for special instructions and verify paperwork.
• Check manifests and labels against freight bills and identify exceptions.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.
• Verify hazardous material descriptions and placarding as needed.

Skills

Safe lifting techniques

Load/unload efficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift Certification

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

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: $18.70-$22 .20 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift Second Shift

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