Dockworker, Warehousing

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13784934\ Dockworker, Warehousing\ \ US-IL-Joliet\ \ Job ID: 2026-7603\ # of Openings: 1\ Category: Warehousing\ Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC\ \ Overview\ \ Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch. We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays - 401(k) plan with company match - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Short- and long-term disability plans - Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance - Job referral bonus program - Position Pay Range: $22.00-$23.00 per hour \ \ Responsibilities\ \ The Dockworker, Warehousing is responsible for safely and efficiently unloading, sorting, handling, and loading freight in accordance with verbal and written instructions, as well as Federal, State, and customer regulations. **** To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. - Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, or delivery vehicles or containers by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment. - Operate hand and power tools when needed to support outbound blocking and bracing to load out containers. - Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs. - Control and maintain all records required for accurate, on-time completion of shipments. - Work in a team environment to accomplish work assignments. - Periodically use computers, email, scanners, and the warehouse management system (WMS) to track inventory, create paperwork, or document reporting. - Support and promote company core values. - Regular attendance is required. - Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures. - Perform other duties as assigned. \ \ Qualifications\ \ \ \ The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Required to operate forklifts or pallet jacks once authorized. Attention to detail and good follow-up skills. Ability to read and interpret general business documents. Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence. <\ \ \ \ Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.\ \ PI287606561