Freight Handler

Job Details

• Level: Entry
• Job Location:
  
  Merit – West Chester, OH 45069
• Salary Range: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour
• Job Shift: Any

Responsible for unloading freight from various trucking companies, with or without manual or powered equipment, at the assigned location under the direction of the Supervisor and Site Manager.

Essential Functions: The associate will unload and break down freight at an adequate pace. The associate may be trained to operate a forklift or electric pallet jack. (Other job duties may be assigned.)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The employee regularly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently stands, walks, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls, and occasionally sits, climbs, or balances.

The employee must regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and move 50 to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Warehouse experience a plus.
• Experience operating a forklift or electric pallet jack preferred.
• Ability to move 50–75 pounds continuously.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment – continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs.
• Ability to meet fast‑paced productivity goals and standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

• Accuracy:
  Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Detail Oriented:
  Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Communication:
  Ability to read, write and understand English.

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work. Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions. Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack is a plus, but not required; training and certification will be provided as needed.