Dockworker/Forklift Operator (DFW)

Xpress Global Systems, LLC • Grand Prairie, TX

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About The Position

XGS warehouse dockworkers load and unload freight by hand or with a pallet jack or forklift, sort product, and ensure trailers are loaded accurately. The role uses barcode scanners and helps keep the service center dock neat and orderly. Work is Monday through Friday at $19.25 per hour.

The position involves receiving, moving, inspecting, sorting, and tracking freight, including verifying shipping and work-order information and updating the database. Employees may also perform other reasonably related duties assigned by management. The job description is not all-inclusive and may be revised as operational needs arise; it does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Most work is described as taking place in a comfortable office environment, although exposure to site conditions may occur. Personal protective equipment must be worn where required, and care is necessary while performing onsite services.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of experience.
• Previous experience as a fulfillment associate.
• Ability to read and interpret written work orders.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet minimum hiring criteria.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Frequently lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds; pull up to 100 pounds and push up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally climb stairs.
• Frequently stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Wear personal protective equipment in areas where required and exercise care while performing onsite services.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of warehousing procedures is an advantage.
• Experience operating a lift truck, pallet jack, or side cart is desired.

Responsibilities

• Offload delivery trucks transporting merchandise into the warehouse.
• Load or unload freight by hand or using freight-handling tools such as a lift truck, pallet jack, or side cart.
• Use scanners to read product barcodes and scan freight movements to racks, floors, or loading doors.
• View on-screen prompts and follow directions for assigned tasks.
• Verify scanned shipping information to ensure freight is labeled for the correct destination.
• Receive and put away inventory.
• Confirm merchandise information matches the work order.
• Attach barcodes to freight for tracking and routing.
• Finalize work orders and update the database.
• Inspect merchandise for damage, flaws, and irregularities, and ensure products meet quality requirements.
• Report overages, shortages, and damages according to operating procedures.
• Sort and segregate freight by destination.
• Verify freight counts.
• Clean up the dock as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed