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• Safely load and unload goods from trucks by forklift as well as by hand
• Organize dock space for incoming shipments
• Maintain inventory of shipments and cargo in the warehouse
• Pick, wrap, and stage orders to be shipped
• Stack goods in the correct storage lanes, following inventory control instructions
• Ensure loads are secure
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Crostrain as needed to learn all warehouse functions
• Other duties as assigned

• 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 work in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled with exposure to hot/humid or cold weather conditions
• Experience with cross dock, trans loads, and distribution
• Must have at least two (2) years’ experience on sit‑down forklift
• Team oriented

• Competitive base salary
• 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

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.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Truck Transportation

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