Shipping Dock Loader

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC is seeking a Shipping Dock Loader in Fort Payne, AL to load/unload shipments, perform cycle counts, and document receipts with accuracy. The role requires a certified forklift operator, high school diploma, strong teamwork, and physical stamina for heavy lifting.

You'll work full-time, including weekends and on-call duties for repairs, reporting to the Shipping Manager. ADS-style responsibilities emphasize safety, training, and adherence to core values.

Qualifications

• Self-motivation and dependability required.
• Must be a certified forklift operator.
• Ability to work as part of a team and be team oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic and able to perform physical tasks.
• Basic math skills for handling shipments and counts.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments with accuracy and timeliness.
• Support monthly cycle counts and document shipments and receipts.
• Work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required, and on-call for repairs.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor and maintain safety records.
• Maintain PPE compliance and safe working environment.
• Support preventive maintenance and quality inspections.
• Process customer shipments, including UPS shipments.

Skills

Self-motivation

Certified forklift operator

Dependability

Teamwork

Team oriented

Written and verbal skills

Energetic

Basic Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC

EEO Statement

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Shipping Dock Loader

US-AL-Fort Payne

Job ID: 2026-21847

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Manufacturing

Fort Payne

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

The Shipping Dock Worker/Forklift Operator is responsible to load and unload inbound or outbound shipments with accuracy and in a timely manner. Helping on monthly cycle counts, accurately documenting all shipments and receipts, and reporting and discrepancies are all tasks of the Shipping Dock Worker/Forklift Operator. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required and also fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance. The Shipping Dock Worker/Forklift Operator reports directly to the Assistant Shipping Manager or the Shipping Manager.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Production or Yard Supervisor
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
• Assist with Preventive Maintenance program as required
• Conduct visual product quality inspections
• Load the correct products on outbound shipments with accuracy and in a timely manner
• Unload products on inbound shipments in a timely manner
• Accurately document all shipments and receipts and report any discrepancy
• Help on monthly cycle counts held on the last Saturday of each month
• The ability to process customer shipments including UPS shipments
• Continually expand product knowledge
• Follow the direction of the shipping manager
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

Job Skills

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Self-motivation
• Must be a certified forklift operator
• Dependability
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Team oriented
• Written and verbal skills
• Energetic
• Basic Mathematical skills

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience

• Some shipping or logistics experience

Physical Requirements

• The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 75 pounds to a height of 6 feet
• The employee will be working specified shifts and moving around at all times, which will require the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
• Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
• The employee will be handling materials daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods
• The Position requires full range of body motion on a daily basis including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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