Freight Handler

Forward Air•Menomonee Falls, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Freight Handler is responsible for processing, verifying, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy using warehouse management software. Key duties include loading and unloading freight, managing proper inventory placement and retrieval, pushing and riding motorcycles, labeling shipments, packing and unpacking shipments and ensuring compliance with safety and reporting procedures, occasionally delivering material and motorcycles using a 24-foot straight truck or a pick-up truck and trailer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum of 2 years' experience of general warehouse knowledge
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office products utilizing Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
Must be able to push a motorcycle
Forklift experience
Experience and willingness to drive a 24ft straight truck
Experience and willingness to drive motorcycles
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and managers

Nice To Haves

Warehouse SAP Database Experience is a plus
Motorcycle license preferred but can obtain on the job

Responsibilities

Process all aspects of materials using warehouse inventory software
Organize dock space for incoming shipments
Label and ship orders according to established procedures for each customer
Accurately pick and package all shipments
Ensure loads are secure
Inspect freight and follow appropriate reporting procedures
Verify all inbound and outbound materials
Arrange and maintain filing and recording systems
Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallet jacks and forklifts
Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Other duties as assigned