Warehouse Porter - Multiple Shifts
Forward Air Corporation · Irving, TX · 2 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$20.5/hrFull-time
About the role
A warehouse porter is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, order, and safety within a warehouse facility. Their duties include waste disposal, cleaning, assisting with minor maintenance, and supporting other warehouse staff. They ensure the warehouse remains a functional and hazard-free environment. In summary, a warehouse porter is a vital member of the warehouse team, ensuring a clean, safe, and organized environment that supports the efficient functioning of the warehouse operations.
Responsibilities
- Cleaning and Maintenance: Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and emptying trash and recycling bins. Cleaning and maintaining floors, racking, and general areas.
- Waste Disposal: Transporting trash and waste to designated disposal areas and compacting cardboard using trash compactors or designated tools.
- Organization and Stocking: Organizing and removing trash, recycling, and surplus materials from the facility. May also involve restocking shelves and organizing inventory.
- Safety and Hazard Management: Performing daily property walks to identify and address potential hazards. Ensuring a safe working environment and adhering to safety procedures.
- Supporting Warehouse Operations: Assisting with receiving and shipping, including loading and unloading trucks, palletizing products, and preparing orders.
- Inventory Control: Assisting with inventory counts and ensuring accurate stock levels.
- General Support: Providing general support to the warehouse team with various tasks as directed by supervisors.
- Communication: Communicating with supervisors and other team members regarding any issues, maintenance needs, or supply requests.
Skills and Qualifications
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring cleanliness and organization, identifying potential hazards, and maintaining accurate inventory.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and complete them efficiently.
- Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with supervisors and other team members.
- Safety Awareness: Understanding and adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
- Equipment Operation: Ability to operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, when required.
Pay
Base Pay: $20.50/ hour
Schedule
- Schedule 1: Monday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Tuesday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Wednesday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Thursday: OFF; Friday: OFF; Saturday: OFF; Sunday: 6:00AM-2:00PM
- Schedule 2: Monday: OFF; Tuesday: OFF; Wednesday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Thursday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Friday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Saturday: 6:00AM-2:00PM; Sunday: OFF
- Schedule 3: Monday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Tuesday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Wednesday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Thursday: OFF; Friday: OFF; Saturday: OFF; Sunday: 6:00PM-2:00AM
- Schedule 4: Monday: OFF; Tuesday: OFF; Wednesday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Thursday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Friday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Saturday: 6:00PM-2:00AM; Sunday: OFF