Freight Handler - Part-Time
Coastal Elite Pro · College Park, MD · 3 days ago
ManufacturingPart-time
Position Overview: This role involves transporting freight within a dock environment, using equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. The primary responsibilities include verifying freight documentation, securing cargo inside trailers, repairing damaged freight, and assisting with freight documentation and customer interactions. Additional duties may include hostling and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. Qualifications and Skills: Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18 years old, and possess basic math, communication, and physical abilities. Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, or forklift operation is preferred. Ability to lift, push, pull, and bend is required, along with the capacity to work independently or in a team. Working Conditions: The environment is dock-based, with exposure to weather, fumes, dust, and noise. Flexibility in hours is necessary due to operational needs, with frequent contact with personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.