Forklift Operator - Laredo, United States - Forward Air
Description
Company Overview:
Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean and ground services, including supplemental services for enterprises dependent on the efficient movement of high value freight. Omni Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forward Air, a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across the United States, Canada and Mexico. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first- and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Load and unload goods from trucks by forklift and by hand.
Organize dock space for receiving incoming shipments.
Maintain inventory of shipments and cargo on-hand in the warehouse.
Pick, wrap, and stage orders to be shipped.
Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the warehouse.
Stack goods in the correct storage lanes, following inventory control instructions.
Check that loads are secure.
Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe work environment, sweep, mop, etc.
Perform all computer or necessary technology gadgets necessary to track various aspects of goods when needed.
Assist other departments as needed.
Crosstrain as needed to learn all warehouse functions.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
Good math, reading, writing, and communication skills.
Sorting and grouping skills.
Must be able to read and understand the difference in product labels and load ticket instructions.
Must be able to count large quantities of products and materials.
Must be able to read/hear and understand procedures for performing work.
Must be able to work in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled with exposure to hot/humid or cold weather conditions.
Familiar with cross dock, trans loads, and distribution.
Must have at least 2 yrs. experience on sit-down Forklift.
Must have great communication with co-workers and management.
What We Offer:
Competitive base salary.
Two weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays.
Company provided life insurance.
Health, vision, and dental insurance options.
Commuter benefit plan.
Optional supplemental life insurance.
401(k)
Wellness program.
A great place to work with a terrific culture.
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About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated time-definite basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies ) " publication
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