Warehouse Associate
Available Schedule : Monday-Friday, 5 : 00 AM - 1 : 45 PM
Compensation : $18.00-$19.00 per hour
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for daily customer order fulfillment activities within an assigned area(s) of our distribution facility. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for demonstrating safety and operational expertise within a quality and productivity driven environment. Will be required to proficiently perform at least one or more distribution-related activities (receiving, order filling, picking, shipping, packing, returns, replenishing, inventory, and value-added service) on a regular basis.
Core Responsibilities & Duties :
- Safely load and unload freight from trucks and trailers
- Secure freight and remove excess equipment from trailers
- Attach and remove trailer identifiers, such as magnets and decals
- Collect and distribute paperwork to and from drivers
- Dock and move trailers through the yard as needed
- Clean freight and prepare trailers for use
- Identify and report any trailer damage for repairs
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse in accordance with supervisor instructions
- Fulfill customer and supervisor orders promptly and accurately
- Manage warehouse inventory, including scanning, marking, and labeling freight and paperwork
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements & Qualifications :
Must be able to manually lift up to 50 lbsMust be proficient in using email, networking programs (including Slack and Teams), and spreadsheets (including Airtable and Excel)Must be flexible with shift hours based on operational demandsMust be able to frequently bend, squat, push and pull to retrieve inventoryWhat We Offer :
Competitive base salaryPaid time off within the first year of employment, sick time, and holidaysCompany provided life insuranceHealth, vision, and dental insurance optionsCommuter benefit planOptional supplemental life insurance401(k)Wellness programA great place to work with a terrific cultureForward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market since 1990. We are structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies" publication.