Warehouse Worker- Loader 2nd Shift

Penske; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Associate Referral Program

Boot Allowance

Job summary

Penske Logistics is hiring a Loader at our Grand Prairie, TX location. The role involves loading outbound trailers, verifying shipments, and operating pallet jacks/forklifts with a focus on safety. This is a 2nd shift position, Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed.

Wage starts at $20.67/hour plus a $1.00 shift differential. Benefits include PTO, health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and boot allowance after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Reading skills and ability to follow directions.
• Must be able to work independently and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound trailers according to load plans with safe weight distribution.
• Verify quantities, labels, and destinations for shipments.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or other warehouse equipment safely.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness, damage, and proper condition prior to loading.
• Secure loads with straps and safety devices.
• Maintain clear communication with shipping office and dock leads.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in safety training.
• Keep dock area clean and free of hazards.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Stage and sort products for loading and open/close dock doors.

Skills

Reading skills

Following directions

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team at our Grand Prairie, TX location! This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse environment.

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

Position: Loader

Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday - Friday 4:30PM - end of production (overtime as needed)

Wage: $20.67/hr. + $1.00 per hour shift differential

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Associate Referral Program
• $125 Boot Allowance, following 90-days of employment (Where applicable)

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!

Job Responsibilities

• Load outbound trailers in accordance with load plans, ensuring safety and weight distribution requirements are met.
• Verify product quantities, labels, and destinations to ensure accuracy of shipments.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness, damage, and proper condition prior to loading.
• Secure loads using straps, load bars, and other safety devices as needed.
• Maintain clear communication with shipping office and dock leads regarding load status and discrepancies.
• Follow all company safety procedures and participate in safety training.
• Keep dock area clean, organized, and free of debris or safety hazards.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned, such as unloading inbound freight or staging pallets.
• Follow all safety requirements
• Stage and sort products for loading
• Opens and closes dock doors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Sorts and places parts in racks or other designated areas
• Stacks cardboard boxes and pallets
• Move materials within the warehouse
• May operate electric pallet jacks and forklifts as needed
• Scan freights/parts
• Complies with all safety requirements
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• No prior warehouse experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Proficient reading skills and ability to follow directions required
• Ability to work independently, customer service, dealing with others, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, excellent with numbers and time management skills required
• Flexible to work overtime preferred
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to work independently, customer service, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, and time management skills required
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required
• This position is designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines, or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Family: Warehouse

Address: 730 E Trinity Blvd

Primary Location: US-TX-Grand Prairie

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC