Warehouse Worker- Loader 2nd Shift

Penske Logistics; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; 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

$125 Boot Allowance, following 90-days

Job summary

Penske Logistics is seeking a Loader for our Grand Prairie, TX location. This role suits individuals who are safety-conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude, aiming to excel in a warehouse environment.

Position includes 2nd shift, Monday–Friday 4:30PM until production end with overtime as needed. Wage starts at $20.07/hr plus $1.00 shift differential, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

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, multi-task, and manage time effectively.
• Flexible to overtime; regular attendance essential.
• Willingness to work at Penske Grand Prairie, TX location.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound trailers per load plans, ensuring safety and weight distribution.
• Verify quantities, labels and destinations for shipment accuracy.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts or other equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect trailers for cleanliness, damage and condition prior to loading.
• Secure loads with straps and safety devices as needed.
• Maintain dock area cleanliness and organization; assist with unloading as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in safety training.
• Communicate with shipping office and dock leads about load status.

Skills

Safety conscious

Follow directions

Time management

Multi-tasking

Reading skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack 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 (plus overtime as needed)

Wage:

$20.07/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
• Complete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening 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.

Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

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.