Equipment Operator

World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, we are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver customers end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, backed by innovative technology to provide visibility and data like never before. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage, domestic trucking, freight forwarding, air freight, customs house brokerage, and vessel husbandry…customers around the globe use the services of our family of brands: ContainerPort Group, UWL, and World Shipping, Inc. to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight. We move the world with people who care. Our award-winning, industry-recognized culture is anchored in our people across the country, and the passion they bring to each day. We’re growing - join our World Group family today! ContainerPort Group (CPG®) is an award-winning multimodal transportation company specializing in container drayage. We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North America. We pride ourselves on meeting customer needs through a safe and dependable fleet of nearly 1,300 independent contract drivers, and a dedicated team of over 350 transportation experts. Learn more at our website: About this role ContainerPort Group (CPG®) a World Group company, is currently looking for an experienced safety-conscious person to join our family as an Equipment Operator for our Newark, NJ operations! An Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating all forms of terminal operations machinery including, but not limited to top lifts, forklifts, and spotters. Does this sound like you or fit your experience? Get in touch with us by applying here. Duties and Responsibilities Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner Install liners in shipping containers Picture and document any and all container conditions Provides daily preventative maintenance checks of equipment as required Escalates equipment mechanical issues to Lead Equipment Operator Accurately verifies freight for quality and quantity Performs cycle counting as required Communicates with others appropriately Education and Professional Experience Previous experience operating yard truck / equipment Experience with warehouse management systems helpful Experience with warehouse RF equipment preferred Knowledge of safety regulations High School Diploma or GED required Physical Requirements Regularly required to talk or hear Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms Frequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or lay on back Frequently required to push, pull, and extend arms overhead Must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds Ability to work in a confined area for two or more hours at a time Benefits Competitive compensation Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match Paid Time Off Internal Mobility & professional development opportunities Tuition assistance Bonus Eligibility Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr