Lead Cargo Handler

Amerijet International•San Juan, PR

21d

About The Position

The Lead Cargo Handler is responsible for ensuring warehouse duties are carried out through the facility in an expedited manner. They assign staff to receive the shipment(s) from a delivery vehicle, secure the operation of company equipment through the warehouse, delegate staff to perform cargo net and ULD inspection, airworthiness, and all related functions. They designate personnel to scan and prepare the assembly of cargo unit loaded devices, and report reconciliation. The Lead Cargo Handler assists the Warehouse Supervisor in running reports and the agreement of flight operations. The position is designed to monitor the cleanness of the Miami Hub area and protect the surroundings from FOD (Foreign Object Debris).

Requirements

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
A self-starter is required, must be able to work effectively with minimal to no supervision.
Prior warehouse experience with Fork-lift driving knowledge is mandatory.
Prior min. 3 years of warehouse experience with cargo/freight handling is preferred.
Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures.
Understands and utilizes safe lifting procedures and step stools.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to read, speak and understand English.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups' situations to customers, client and other employees of the organization.
Ability to apply common sense understanding carrying out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Must be comfortable learning computerized transactions using SmartKargo or other software.
Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets Amerijet’s insurance standards.
Able to obtain SIDA badge.
Willingness to work 8-hr shift covering 24/7.
Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located.
Ability to work in a warehouse environment: fast pace, loud, hot, or chill.

Nice To Haves

Prior customer service and conflict resolution experience is a plus.
Identification of HAZMAT Materials and knowledge of proper handling (Preferably).
Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and guidance to cargo handlers, expediting the movement of freight from acceptance through the completion of buildup and flight preparation.
Follows protocol for cross-training personnel and cross utilization based on operational demand.
Monitors productivity levels of each Cargo Handler individually and collectively.
Contributes and enforces on-time cargo preparation for on-time flight departures.
Enforces safe handling of company equipment and movement of cargo within the facility and Ramp.
Conducts cargo acceptance audit in procedures and reports inaccuracy of cargo staging, and preparation.
Monitors Nets quality inspection and enforces compliance.
Is responsible for accuracy of the scanners and the process of palletization in order to achieve flight maximization.
Maintains facility equipment and takes control of the forklift equipment’s log.
Reviews the tie down process and the quality control aspect.
Enforces accuracy in the weighed process and tagged procedure.
Manages company system (ACMS, GENEVA,) for daily operation
Ensures full compliance with local government agencies and regulations.
Provides Support to Warehouse Supervisor and upper management.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.