Cargo Handler
Company: Forward Air
Location: Denver
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Position: Cargo Handler
Job Description:
Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to
work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers
are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers
in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing,
and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and
materials for this position are provided.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
* Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial
trailers and the operation of scanners
* Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight
through our 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 Requirements & Qualifications:
* 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
* Must be 18 or older
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground
transportation and related logistics services to the North American
air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on
an accelerated "time-definite" basis, delivering cargo at a
specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations - supplying
you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air
transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop
tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your
specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale
transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders,
integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and
non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can
deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices.
Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our
linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload
Services), final-mile coverage (Complete - Cartage), and an Airline
Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to
meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to
our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other
surface transportation providers, enable us to remain
cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90
facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12
regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary
airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating
one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the
industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies"
publication
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