Warehouse & Cargo Operations Lead

Menzies Aviation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in San Francisco seeks a Cargo Handler to support loading, unloading and moving freight across the ramp, with backup leadership duties for the Cargo Operations Supervisor. The role emphasizes safety and efficient coordination with teams and other departments.

The candidate should have a High School diploma or GED, be able to lift 70 lbs, speak English proficiently, and be able to work varied shifts; forklift certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Current driver license with no violations over past 5 years.
• Minimum of six months’ experience.
• Forklift certificate preferred, but not necessary.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English proficiently.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Previous customer service experience preferred
• Must be able to pass all pre‑employment testing including drug testing
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airport and Custom badges/seals.

Responsibilities

• Assign employees to work specific jobs loading, unloading, building up and breaking down freight.
• Performs new employee introduction to work area, explains rules, uniform policy, warehouse procedures and provides overview of department operations.
• Trains employees on specific or assigns employees to work with experienced agent.
• Ensure that employees are fully trained on company policies and procedures including warehouse safety, forklift operation and security procedures.
• Interface with other departments to ensure that service issues are addressed and/or corrected to ensure quality of service.
• Maintains as orderly work area, may perform or assign general housekeeping duties including sweeping storage and dock areas.
• Operates a forklift to transport freight in a safe and efficient manner. May be responsible for fueling forklifts.
• Ensures that all company safety rules including dangerous goods handling and awareness are bring adhered to, reports safety hazards and incident to supervisor.
• Inventories freight to insure proper accounting of cargo.
• Directly leads Cargo Handlers. Carries out lead responsibilities in accordance with Menzies’ polices and applicable laws. Other duties as assigned.
• Must follow all Security procedures as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Menzies Aviation in San Francisco seeks a Cargo Handler to support loading, unloading and moving freight across the ramp, with backup leadership duties for the Cargo Operations Supervisor. The role emphasizes safety and efficient coordination with teams and other departments.

The candidate should have a High School diploma or GED, be able to lift 70 lbs, speak English proficiently, and be able to work varied shifts; forklift certification is a plus.