Forklift Operator/Driver Helper

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We are an integrated logistics company responsible for moving 20% of global trade annually. With a dedicated team of over 110,000 employees across 130 countries, we go all the way to connect and simplify global trade, and help our customers grow and thrive.

Maersk Ground Freight (MGF) offers transportation services like FTL (Full

Truckload), LTL (Less Than Truckload), brokerage, cross-border trucking, groupage, and sortation hubs, connecting Maersk or Customer warehouses or depots or cross-dock/consolidation/deconsolidation facilities through a robust network led by best-in-class operations and technology. This integrated network will service multi-channels like B2B, B2C, B2B2C, e-commerce, direct to store, dropship, returns, and more, leveraging asset-based, asset-light, and non-asset models.

We are seeking Forklift Operators/Driver Helpers in Garden City, GA!

Previous Forklift certification is required

80% warehouse work

20% driver helper

The driver's helper is responsible for assisting the driver in all day-to-day activities. this includes but is not limited to loading and unloading the truck, along with any other duties the driver may need.

The Forklift Driver is in charge of loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift. They are to maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify any discrepancies in receiving loads against manifest

Essential Functions:

• Accurately load the daily route onto the truck

• Scan daily route onto the truck

• Assist driver with navigating to deliveries

• Assist driver with carrying freight to a business or residence destination

• Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers to load and unload trucks

• Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other like duties

• Must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately

• Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)

• Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.

• Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment

• Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines

• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills/Competencies:

• Forklift experience and previous certification required

• Ability to read a map and general geographic knowledge of the area

• Ability to lift 75 lbs. unassisted

• Must possess good customer service skills

• Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends

• Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well

• Must have the ability to work well with others

• High attention to detail required

• Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision

• Must be able to lift 50+lbs. unassisted

• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Physical Requirements:

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods. Position requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend, and lift objects above their heads. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and use pallet jacks and forklifts. The position requires regular use of a phone and a PC and reading and writing of various shipping documents.

Work Environment & Additional Requirements:

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Company Benefits:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401k + Company Match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off

• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

• And more!

Pay Range:

$20-$21 per hour

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws