Freight Handler

Job Description

Freight Handler

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Freight Handler you are essential to the daily operations of Zip Xpress. In this role you will safely load and unload trailers, coordinate freight movements within the warehouse, stage and verify freight, practice safe load securement and arrangement, break-down loaded pallets, and work to serve as an example of Zip Xpress’ culture.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follow instructions/guidance of upper management

Serve as a great example of the company culture by understanding, and consistently following, and maintaining the policies and procedures of Zip Xpress

Must demonstrate being discrete, prompt, and professional

Strategically arranging freight within trailers

Adhering to guidelines on safe freight placement and securement

Weighing freight and verifying adherence with DOT guidelines for weight distribution and limitations

Fulfilling customer orders as directed

Working in a physical and extremely fast paced environment

Seated forklift work

Staging and verifying inbound freight

Loading and securing outbound freight

Organizing and cleaning used workplaces at the end of each shift

Any other task as requested by management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to support the Zip Xpress' culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service

Verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

US Citizenship required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with Transportation and Logistics

Knowledge of loading and unloading tractor-trailer best practices

Knowledge of load securement best practices

Experience within a warehouse environment

1 year of experience operating a forklift

Valid Driver’s License

COMMUNICATION

Effectively and regularly communicate with the Zip Xpress Management and warehouse management staff

Support company values, principles, vision, and mission

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lift up to 50lbs frequently to occasionally

Stand/walk/sit for extended periods during each day

Bend and Twist frequently

Reach/work above shoulders frequently

Fine manipulations frequently

Gross manipulation frequently

Push/pull frequently

Operate a forklift

PAY RATE & SCHEDULE

$20 per hour starting wage

This position works four days per week on 2nd shift starting at 5pm, shifts end as each day's workload is completed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typical Warehouse Environment

TRAVEL

This position does not require travel outside of the designated location

POSITION TYPE

This is a full-time non-exempt position

RELOCATION

Relocation expenses are not provided, and must be able to commute to our Holland, Michigan location on a regularly scheduled basis.

HIRING PREFERENCE

Zip Xpress is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Full-time