Dock Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Dock Material Handler

Lakeshore Talent is hiring a Dock Material Handler for a contract opportunity. This position is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, storing, and shipping inventory while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse and dock area.

Pay: $20.60–$21.79 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Employment Type: Contract

 

• Safely load and unload inbound and outbound shipments.
• Move, stack, and store products in designated warehouse locations.
• Inspect and count incoming freight for accuracy, damage, or signs of infestation.
• Complete receiving logs and other required warehouse documentation.
• Scan pallets into the correct locations using warehouse management and RF technology.
• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, man lifts, and other powered equipment.
• Prepare outbound shipments and accurately complete manifests and bills of lading.
• Maintain an organized warehouse, shipping dock, and receiving area.
• Follow sanitation standards and applicable food-storage requirements.
• Monitor coolers and freezers for cleanliness, temperature, and proper operation.
• Report equipment maintenance needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with scheduled inventory counts.
• Support distribution, transportation, reclamation, and other departments as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and equipment requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two to four years of relevant warehouse or material-handling experience.
• Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts and motorized pallet jacks.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems, RF scanners, shipping documents, and inventory processes.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet daily deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and solve problems proactively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, volunteers, and other stakeholders.

• Ability to push or pull up to 120 pounds.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds to waist level.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds overhead.
• Ability to walk and stand on hard surfaces for extended periods.
• Ability to stand or sit on a forklift for much of the workday.
• Willingness to work in indoor warehouse and outdoor dock environments.
• Ability to occasionally work in cold-storage areas ranging from 40&degree;F to -10&degree;F.

The interview process includes one virtual interview followed by one onsite interview. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing:

• Seven-year criminal background check
• Five-panel drug screening, including THC
• Physical lift test through Concentra

Lakeshore Talent is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.

Company Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.