Freight Handler

WASEYABEK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC•Holland, MI

5d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

As a Freight Handler you are essential to the daily operations of Zip Xpress. In this role you will safely load and unload trailers, coordinate freight movements within the warehouse, stage and verify freight, practice safe load securement and arrangement, break down loaded pallets, and work to serve as an example of Zip Xpress’ culture.

Requirements

Must be able to support the Zip Xpress culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service
Verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Experience with Transportation and Logistics
Knowledge of loading and unloading tractor-trailer best practices
Knowledge of load securement best practices
Experience within a warehouse environment
Experience Operating a hi-lo forklift
Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Follow instructions/guidance of upper management
Serve as a great example of the Zip Culture by understanding, and consistently following, and maintaining the policies and procedures of Zip Xpress
Must demonstrate being discrete, prompt, and professional
Strategically arranging freight within trailers
Adhering to guidelines on safe freight placement and securement
Weighing freight and verifying adherence with DOT guidelines for weight distribution and limitations
Loading trailers with load bars to load freight vertically in a safe and effective manner
Working in a physical and extremely fast paced environment for extended hours
Seated forklift work
Staging and verifying inbound freight
Loading and securing outbound freight
Organizing and cleaning used workplaces at the end of each shift.
Any other task as requested by management