Warehouse Agent - Houston Ocean Cargo

Warehouse Agent - Houston Ocean Cargo

Air General, a third-generation, family-owned, national cargo handling company, is looking for a Warehouse Agent at our Ocean Cargo facility in Houston, TX. Warehouse duties include: handling the transfer of cargo to and from our client and their customers, with a strict adherence to safety and security procedures, documentation, loading and unloading and above all, great customer service. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. If you are interested in a career with an industry leader that promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, one where employees feel valued and respected, and are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives, please consider joining us! Job Responsibilities include:

• Operate a forklift, tug and pallet jack.
• Process customer paperwork and shipping information.
• Load/unload cargo from/to vehicles/trucks.
• Prepare, palletize, and/or breakdown cargo as needed.
• Make sure paperwork related to the cargo is accurate.
• Assure proper handling and delivery of cargo.
• Clean up and sweep warehouse, dispose garbage.
• Maintain safe operation of warehouse vehicles and equipment.
• Follow Hazmat and Security Requirements and Regulations.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid and unexpired US Driver's license.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Candidates must possess some basic computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings, background checks, and government security background checks, and post offer drug screens.
• Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced, high-noise environment, and meet deadlines.
• Must possess the ability to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language when performing essential job functions.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health and Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Roth after 6 months, company match after 1 year
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Scholarship Program
• Company Emergency Loan Program
• Earned Wage Access - offered through Tapcheck
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Air General is a third-generation, family-owned, nationwide Air and Ocean Cargo handling company, as well as a provider of Passenger and Traveler Services. Our customers are the world's major International and Domestic Airlines, and Shipping Companies. Air General is dedicated to providing quality cargo handling and transportation logistics services in North America at major US Airports and off-port Ocean facilities.