Freight Handler - Part-Time
Coastal Elite Pro · Akron, OH · 2 wk ago
ManagementPart-time
About the role
Transport freight within dock areas to and from trailers for loading and unloading.
Responsibilities
- Handling freight using motorized (forklift, pallet jack) and manual equipment
- Verifying freight documentation for type, weight, and hazards
- Securing freight inside trailers with appropriate tools
- Recouping or repairing damaged freight as needed
- Completing necessary reports and documentation
- Assisting customers with freight and documentation
- Performing hostling duties if required
- Ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies
- Carrying out additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Experience in warehousing, freight handling, or forklift operation preferred
- Ability to perform basic math and communicate effectively
- Physical ability to lift, carry, and open trailers, often requiring lifting up to 100 pounds
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Work environment
Dock setting with exposure to weather, fumes, noise, and dust. Fast-paced, deadline-driven, with frequent contact with personnel.