Shipping Loader A - Gainesville, GA

VetJobs; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Rx Coverage

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Gainesville, GA is hiring for an on-site role in Operations. The position focuses on loading trailers, inspecting cargo, and processing paperwork while operating a Yard Truck and handling related duties.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work weekends on a rotating schedule. Prior forklift experience and AS400/Excel familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Steady work history.
• Willingness to work any shift.
• Mobile Equipment Certification or ability to attain via Hydro training.
• Must lift minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must tighten straps on loads.
• Extended periods of sitting on forklift.
• Periods of walking and standing on concrete for extended periods.
• Weekend work on rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Load trailers as assigned by Scheduler.
• Visually inspect trailers.
• Process load paperwork.
• Operate Yard Truck as necessary.
• Unload returns and outside processed material.
• All other duties as directed by the department cell leader or manager.

Skills

Team player

Self-starter

Adaptable to change

Effective communication

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AS400

Excel

Forklift experience

Mobile Equipment Certification

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave
• Starting Rate of pay: $24.34/HR

What you will be doing

• Load trailers as assigned by Scheduler.
• Visually inspect trailers.
• Process load paperwork.
• Operate Yard Truck as necessary.
• Unload returns and outside processed material.
• All other duties as directed by the department cell leader or manager.

Auto req ID

483476BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience

• Steady work history.
• The willingness to work any shift.
• Mobile Equipment Certification required (or the ability to attain this certification through Hydro training as per the Mobile Equipment Policy).
• Must be able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to exert enough force to tighten straps on loads.
• Extended periods of sitting on forklift required.
• Periods of walking and standing on concrete for extended periods of time and maneuvering in and out of bundles in staging area required.
• Exposure to extremes of heat in summer months and cold in winter months as well as wind and rain when dropping and loading trailers.
• Must be available to work weekends on a rotating continental schedule.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Previous Shipping experience a plus.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior Forklift Operator experience a plus.
• Previous Experience Driving Large Commercial Truck Preferred (Yard Dog).
• Previous experience working with computer programs (AS400 and Excel) preferred.
• Team player; ability to work as a team; Self-starter; Adaptable to change.
• Ability to prioritize needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with fluency in English; Good verbal communications skills a plus.
• Minimum Of 2 Years Manufacturing Experience.

City

Gainesville

State

Georgia

Job Category

Operations

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Hydro