Air Logistics Warehouse Associate

Worldwide Flight Services, Inc.•Allentown, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Air Logistics Warehouse Associate, you will help ensure timely delivery of Express packages by loading and unloading air freight containers and moving them between aircraft, the warehouse, and trucks. This is a cross-dock operation in which packages move through with no or minimal storage. The indoor facility is open-air and not temperature-controlled, and work may take place in or around aircraft. The role includes work outdoors and exposure to weather and aircraft-related conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or international equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and holidays.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with or without assistance of sight or visual aids.
Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied temperatures and weather, including rain, wind, hot, and cold conditions.
Ability to stand for an entire shift and move long distances across facilities.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to judge distances.
Ability to successfully communicate with others.

Responsibilities

Load and unload Express packages from air freight containers to and from semi-trucks across a widely dispersed area.
Sort, scan, and move small packages within the warehouse.
Build up and break down package containers for inbound and outbound flights.
Remove tie-downs and other gear when loading and unloading.
Operate air freight handling equipment such as pallet jacks and gaylords (push carts).
Weigh and label shipments, and make or break down gaylords or air freight containers.
Check air express containers for proper piece count, weight, dimensions, and documents in accordance with air safety and security guidelines.
Report to work on time as scheduled, including mandatory overtime, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Complete required computer-based and on-the-job training.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standards.
Perform all functions in accordance with safety procedures and policies.
Work outdoors with exposure to extreme weather and elements, engine noise, and noxious fumes.