Dockworker/Forklift Operator (SEA)

Overview:

XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or by using a pallet jack/forklift, sorting product, and ensuring that trailers are properly and accurately loaded. This position includes using a barcode scanner and helps to maintain the service center dock as neat and orderly.

Responsibilities:

Offloading delivery trucks transporting merchandise into the warehouse

May load or unload by hand, or with freight handling tools such as lift truck, pallet jack, or side cart

Use scanners to read bar codes on products

Scan barcode on freight & ensure each freight movement to rack, floor or loading door

View prompts on screens and follow the direction for some tasks

Verify shipping information from the scan unit to ensure freight is labeled to go to the correct destination

Receive and put away inventory

Confirming merchandise information matches that of the work order

Attach barcodes to freight for tracking and routing

Finalizing the work order and updating the database

Inspecting the merchandise for damage, flaws, and irregularities

Ensure product meets quality requirements

Report overage, shortages, and damages according to operating procedures

Sort and segregate freight by destination

Verify freight counts

Dock clean-up as needed

May include other duties as assigned by Management

Qualifications:

6 months experience

Previous experience as a fulfillment associate

Knowledge of warehousing procedures an advantage

Ability to read and interpret written work orders

Strong attention to detail

18 years old

Meet minimum hiring criteria

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing

Experience operating lift truck, pallet jack, or side desired

Frequently lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds; pull up to 100 pounds and push up to 50 pounds

Occasionally climb stairs

Frequently stoop, kneel or crouch

ENVIRONMENT

Most work is conducted in a comfortable office environment but exposure to site conditions may also occur. Personal protective equipment must be worn in all areas as required. Although the work usually is not considered inherently dangerous, must be careful while performing onsite services.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. XGS reserves the right to revise or change duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Permanent