FT Outbound Freight Handler
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At a glance
Job overview
Southeastern Freight Lines is hiring a FT Outbound Freight Handler. The FT Outbound Freight Handler loads and unloads freight, assists in recouping damaged freight, and prepares trailers. This role involves using various freight handling equipment, weighing and dimensioning shipments, and planning cube utilization and weight distribution. The handler also inspects freight, documents discrepancies, and verifies hazardous material information.
Key focus areas include Load and unload freight onto and off of equipment, Assist in the recouping of damaged freight, and Prepare, sweep, inspect and clean trailer(s) before loading freight.
Successful candidates bring Satisfactorily Pass Background Check and Satisfactorily Pass Alcohol And Drug Test. Preferred (not required): Forklifts, Hand Trucks, Drum Trucks, and Pallet Jacks.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
As a FT Outbound Freight Handler, you will load and unload freight onto and off of equipment, as well as assist in the recouping of damaged freight.
Prepare, sweep, inspect and cleans trailer(s) before loading freight. Use safe lifting techniques to properly load and unload freight. Select and use proper freight handling equipment to load and unload freight. Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight. Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification, freight rating, and safe handling. Plan cube utilization and proper weight distribution when loading freight. Count and inspect the condition of freight, documenting any shortages or damage. Review freight bills for special instructions. Check manifests for existing exceptions and check the label and the destination code on manifests against freight bills. Check for special instructions, weight distributions on headloads, and check headloads against the freight bills when loading freight. Verify the hazardous material product description, determine any discrepancies in the paperwork, and verify proper placarding when loading hazardous material. Properly block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.
For this role, we prefer you have a High School Diploma or GED. You must have the ability to satisfactorily pass a background check and an alcohol and drug test. We would prefer for you to have prior experience as a Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker, or Material Handler. We would also prefer you to have previously held a Forklift Certification. Pay: $29.70-$34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)
Work Shift
Second Shift
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