Dockworker

Responsibilities

• Proper loading in and out of trailers
• Handle goods and equipment properly to avoid damage or breakage
• Sort and label skids and place in proper locations
• Perform inventory count based on bills of lading, trailer manifests or packing slips
• Assist drivers in loading / unloading of goods or equipment
• Maintain good housekeeping around dock area
• Stack goods neatly and safely
• Submit needed reports and information in a timely manner
• Perform basic arithmetical calculations including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication
• Avoid injury by performing basic safety practices
• Assist supervisor in providing on the job training to new staff, participants, clients and volunteers
• Load and secure shipments according to proper procedure
• Understand and implement safe, efficient freight handling and lifting procedures
• Regular and reliable attendance is required, overtime only if there is a business need

Qualifications

• One year forklift operating experience
• Pallet Jack experience
• Freezer/Cooler warehouse environment
• Abide by and enforce the policies and procedures of FFET
• Timely and efficient completion of tasks and responsibilities
• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort

Skills

• Previous warehouse experience in the transportation industry at companies like Amazon, FedEx, or United Parcel Service
• A desire to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment working alongside top management in the industry