Dock Attendant/Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Distribution Dock Attendant/Forklift Opertor

Location: Milford/Newtown

1st Shift Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6 AM – 2:30 PM & Friday, 4 AM – 12 PM

Starting Pay: $16/hr

Temp to Hire Opportunity!

Basic Function:

Distribution Dock Attendant includes performing various shipping role work within the distribution area to ensure orders are audited, wrapped, and loaded correctly with all required documentation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Wrap customer orders using an automated pallet wrapper.
• Work with distribution auditors to ensure product is loaded on correct trailers.
• Ensure customer paperwork is correct before it ships.
• Ensure all orders have the correct packing slips and labels applied.
• Correctly load wrapped pallets in the correct carriers’ trailers
• Operate a forklift to load and unload trailers.
• Do other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Mental and visual concentration must be maintained while on the floor.
• Has average manual dexterity.
• 1+ years of experience of working in a similar role/environment is preferred.
• A high school diploma/ GED is preferred but not required.
• 1+ year of forklift experience.
• Ability to multi-task required.
• Ability to work with others including other distribution employees and order management team.
• Detail oriented, is able to keep accurate and organized shipping documents.

Requirements:

• Must obtain a forklift license to operate powered and non-powered material handling equipment.
• Must be able to pass our forklift certification/recertification course.
• 100% of the time, must be able to lift, stoop, bend, walk, pull, and carry +/- 75 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working in an environment where there is possible exposure to lost-time accidents, including but not limited to the hands, arms, feet, or back.
• 75% of the time spent standing throughout the shift.
• Must be comfortable working in a non-temperature controlled environment.
• Must have proficient math skills and be able to read, write, add, and subtract

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