Forklift Operator
Forklift Operator
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Job Description
The ideal candidate for this position must have a positive attitude and be selfmotivated while also taking direction from Management. Also required are excellent oral/written communication skills and a proven history of providing exceptional customer service at all levels. Our work environment is team oriented and very fast paced therefore a strong candidate must have excellent organizational and time management skills in addition to a professional attitude that exemplifies the Expeditors culture.
Hours are 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Load trailers and ocean containers using tools/equipment for safe efficient transport including but not limited to: Blocking/bracing decking Efficient load management
- Unload and receive freight including but not limited to: Count freight and compare to manifest & internal receiving documents weigh freight record/verify dimensions stage/store freight labeling and other general receiving duties
- Utilization of scanning equipment in all aspects of the warehouse
- Maintain clean organized and secure work area
- Communicate across product teams regarding volumes and capacity needed
- Validating driver details for security
- Maximize warehouse space usage
- Assist in Distribution both systems work and pick/pack
Qualifications :
- Education (preferred level) high school degree.
- Desired experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6
- Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read count accurately do simple math (add subtract divide multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing walking sitting for extended periods. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Basic US and Global geography knowledge is a plus
- Must have computer skills including: typing Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Excel operate handheld tablets and scanners and ability to learn and operate within multiple Expeditors proprietary operating systems
- Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Must be familiar with warehouse operations.
- Forklift certification will be provided
Additional Information :
Expected base salary: $40000 $60000
May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
- Holidays (10)
- Flexible Days (2)
- Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Medical Prescription Drug Dental & Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
- Commuter Benefit
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
