Freight Handler - PT

Freight Handler

Reads work order or follows oral instructions to determine materials or containers to be moved.

Loads and unloads freight and counts onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves.

Loads freight into vehicles and installs blocking, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.

Transports freight from storage dock area or trailers to designated area.

Secures lifting attachments to freight and conveys load to move load to destination.

Attaches identifying tags or labels to freight or marks information on cases, bales, pallets and other shipping packages.

Stacks or assembles freight into bundles and bands bundles together on pallets.

Cleans work area, machines and equipment to assist machine operators.

Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving material and products.

Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

The Freight Handler loads, unloads and transports freight within or near terminal, yard or work site.