Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Forward Air is a well-established leader in ground transportation and logistics services across North America, specializing in air freight and expedited less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping solutions. Since its inception in 1990, Forward Air has built a reputation for providing reliable, cost-effective, and time-definite surface shipping options, catering to businesses of all sizes. The company is recognized for its extensive network, which includes over 90 facilities near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers, and comprehensive secondary service points. This expansive infrastructure, combined with direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface carriers, allows Forward Air to deliver superior supply chain... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 or older
- excellent communication and problem solving skills
- strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
- forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
Job Qualifications
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
- strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
Job Duties
- Responsible for the loading and unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners
- use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through the distribution network
- accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
- safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks, pallets jack and forklifts
- must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required
- verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved
- must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
- must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
- maintain a clean and safe working environment
- other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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