Senior Forklift Operator & Dock Specialist

Forward Air Corporation; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation is seeking a Forklift Operator in Romulus, MI. The role involves safe, accurate loading, unloading, staging, scanning, and movement of freight in a multimodal terminal environment.

You will mentor newer Material Handlers and support dock productivity while adhering to OSHA and PPE requirements. The position requires certification, 3+ years of dock experience, and the ability to work various shifts including overtime.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification/licensure or ability to obtain before operating equipment.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years dock or warehouse experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Basic arithmetic to verify freight counts and weights.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and related MHE.
• Move, stage, sort, and position freight between dock doors and trailers.
• Pick, pack, and prepare items for shipping and delivery.
• Assist drivers with loading/unloading according to safety procedures.
• Label, scan, and track freight to ensure accuracy and documentation integrity.
• Identify damaged freight and report safety or equipment issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Handheld scanners

Reach trucks

Dock equipment

Job description

Forward Air Corporation is seeking a Forklift Operator in Romulus, MI. The role involves safe, accurate loading, unloading, staging, scanning, and movement of freight in a multimodal terminal environment.

You will mentor newer Material Handlers and support dock productivity while adhering to OSHA and PPE requirements. The position requires certification, 3+ years of dock experience, and the ability to work various shifts including overtime.