Warehouse Lead

Worldwide Flight Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay access

Recognition rewards

Medical options

Travel discounts

Pet insurance

Wellness programs

401k program

Internal mobility

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services is seeking candidates to lead safe and efficient aircraft handling operations. You will coordinate loading/unloading, marshalling, and GSE movements, while ensuring security, accuracy of weights, labels, and documentation.

Responsibilities include customer service support, aircraft servicing, and maintaining high safety standards. The role requires Reading, Writing and speaking English fluently, a HS Diploma or equivalent, and willingness to work rotating shifts

Qualifications

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Attend all meetings and complete required training and certification.
• Follow airport security and identification procedures and maintain proper badges.
• Comply with safety regulations and company policies at all times.
• Report to work on time; regular attendance expected; disciplinary action for violations.

Skills

English language fluency

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

Lead a safe and efficient aircraft operation through direction, coordination, observation, and hands-on assistance with each aircraft handling operation. Ensures all duties performed by assigned personnel are completed in the most efficient and professional manner including, but not limited to: Loading and unloading of aircraft, vehicles and freight/mail containers (ULDs/APCs, etc.). Build-up, break-down, and sort of freight, mail, and baggage, as applicable. Safe and proper acceptance, handling and transfer of freight, mail and baggage, as applicable. Ensure and verify security and integrity of all freight, mail and baggage, as applicable. Ensure proper marshalling signals for aircraft and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) operations, as directed.

Ensure proper two-way communications in English, using ground-to-ground and air-to-ground radios and telephones, as applicable. Ensure calculation and/or verification of correct weights, and destination/origination labels tags. Safe and proper operation of GSE and other equipment, as trained and certified. Service and support of customer aircraft (cabin cleaning, lavatory/water service, deicing), as applicable. Cleaning and servicing of GSE, ramp, warehouse, bathrooms, offices, and facilities, as directed. Safe and proper positioning and towing aircraft, as trained and certified. Hold all subordinate employees accountable for failure to follow all policies, regulations and directives. Maintain and control all required aspects of the operation in accordance with the corporate security program and TSA legislation. Ensure that the required company audit requirements are undertaken to ensure continuity and compliance at all times. Read, understand and clarify the implementation of the site-specific security plan and ensure that all WFS staff are issued with a relevant company ID and that they are required to display this identity badge.

Adhere with WFS Uniform Policy with professional appearance at all times. Comply with company approved clothing, proper footwear, personal protection equipment (hearing protection, safety vest, etc., appropriate to function) and jewelry restrictions. Advise Supervisor immediately regarding any hazardous materials (HAZ-MAT) cargo and/or any irregularities (e.g., spills, damaged items, pilferage, etc.). Comply with WFS policy for reporting injuries, incidents, damage and theft. Report ALL injuries, incidents, damage, and/or theft immediately to the Supervisor. Disciplinary action, up to and including termination, for non-reporting of any of above. Required Drug & Alcohol Test performed upon each occurrence.

Responsibilities

• Attend all meetings and complete all training and certification, as required by WFS, customer, airport, and all applicable government agencies.
• Adhere to all airport and facility regulations regarding proper security and identification procedures, including correct escort and security identification badge/challenge responsibilities.
• Comply with all safety regulations, methods, and procedures required by WFS, customers, airport, and all applicable government agencies.
• Reports to work on a regular and timely basis, “No Call – No Show” and arriving after scheduled time will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment
• All exceptions must be approved and documented by Supervisor
• Availability to work all shifts, including, but not limited to, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess and maintain valid driver's license for the state in which the employee works.

This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance.

• Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
• Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.