Cargo Handler/Forklift Operator
5d5 days agoForward Air
Des Plaines, US · Full-time · $38,000 – $38,000
About this role
Forward Air seeks capable and career-oriented individuals for its fast-paced shipping and dock operation. Cargo Handlers/Forklift Operators load and unload freight on trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required, with all necessary training and materials provided.
Daily tasks include loading and unloading 53 ft. commercial trailers while operating handheld scanners to track freight through the distribution network. Accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment using equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. Verify documentation and condition of freight to ensure quality standards.
Work in a dynamic environment maintaining a clean and safe workspace as a strong team player. Thrive amid frequent physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and 90 pounds occasionally. Flexibility for weekends and overtime supports operational needs.
Build skills with forklift certification and machinery operation in air freight logistics. Join a leading provider with a comprehensive network of over 90 facilities near major airports. Contribute to reliable ground transportation services since 1990.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
- Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
- Must be 18 or older
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds
Responsibilities
- Load and unload 53 ft. commercial trailers
- Operate handheld scanners to track and maneuver freight through the distribution network
- Accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
- Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks
- Obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery
- Verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Benefits
- All necessary training and materials provided
- Forklift certification and machinery operation training
- Equal Opportunity employer
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