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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking Freight Handler to join our logistics team. The Freight Handler will be responsible for loading and unloading goods from delivery vans, trucks, and other vehicles. They will inspect and record incoming and outgoing freight for signs of damage, and maintain accurate records of all freight received and distributed. The ideal candidate will have excellent physical strength and stamina, as well as a keen eye for detail. They should be able to work independently and as part of a team, and should have excellent organizational skills. The Freight Handler will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and should be able to adhere to all safety protocols and procedures.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Loading and unloading goods from delivery vans or trucks.
- Checking and inspecting goods received and ensuring they are of accurate quantity, type, and acceptable quality.
- Packaging and labeling products before they are dispatched.
- Selecting space for storage and arranging for goods to be placed in the designated areas.
- Making sure that all inventory processes are completed on the same day.
- Maintaining and servicing warehouse tool, machinery, and trucks.
- Labeling goods that have arrived at the warehouse.
- Operating a forklift to move or store inventory.
- Performing a daily inspection of the warehouse grounds.
- Coordinating and facilitating the communication between the warehouse and delivery trucks.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience as a Freight Handler.
- Valid certification to operate forklifts.
- Proficiency in inventory software, databases, and systems.
- Great physical stamina and manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
- Current driver's license.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Communication and teamwork skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience as a Freight Handler?
- Are you certified to operate a forklift?
- How do you handle heavy lifting tasks?
- Can you describe a time when you had to solve a problem during a freight handling task?
- How do you ensure safety while handling freight?