2024-04-28
AppCast (https://www.appcast.io)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
St Paul
Minnesota
55130
United States
**Forklift Operator**
* 580 Opperman Dr, Eagan, MN 55123, USA
* Full-time
**Company Description**
Supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
* 15,000 trained professionals
* 250+ locations worldwide
* Fortune 500
* Globally unified systems
**Job Description**
The ideal candidate for this position must have a positive attitude and be self-motivated while also taking direction from Management. Also required are excellent oral/written communication skills and a proven history of providing exceptional customer service at all levels. Our work environment is team oriented and very fast paced, therefore a strong candidate must have excellent organizational and time management skills in addition to a professional attitude that exemplifies the Expeditors culture.
Hours are 12:00 (Noon) to 9:00 PM and Overtime as needed.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
* Load trailers and ocean containers using tools/equipment for safe, efficient transport including but not limited to: Blocking/bracing, decking, Efficient load management
* Unload and receive freight including but not limited to: Count freight and compare to manifest & internal receiving documents, weigh freight, record/verify dimensions, stage/store freight, labeling, and other general receiving duties
* Utilization of scanning equipment.
* Maintain clean, organized, and secure work area
* Communicate across product teams regarding volumes and capacity needed
* Validating driver details for security
* Maximize warehouse space usage
*We are currently unable to conduct onsite interviews at this time and all candidates will be asked to interview via an online video platform (Microsoft Zoom).*
**Qualifications**
* Education (preferred level) high school degree.
* Desired experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position)
* Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing, walking, *sitting* for extended periods. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Basic US and Global geography knowledge is a plus
* Must have basic computer skills including: typing, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, operate handheld tablets and scanners, and ability to learn and operate within multiple Expeditors proprietary operating systems
* Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Must pass a background check, if applicable in state, region or geography. Must be familiar with warehouse operations.
* Fork-lift certification will be provided
**Additional Information**
Expeditors offers excellent benefits
* Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
* Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
* Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Training and Personnel Development Program
**Job Location**
Forklift Operator
* 580 Opperman Dr, Eagan, MN 55123, USA
* Full-time
