Experienced Dock Operations Specialist – Warehouse and Freight Handling
At arenaflex, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and providing a safe, efficient, and reliable transportation network. As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our dock facilities, handling freight with precision, and providing top-notch service to our customers.
Job Summary:
We're seeking an experienced Dock Operations Specialist to join our team at arenaflex. As a Dock Operations Specialist, you'll be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to freight handling, including loading and unloading trailers, verifying documentation, and securing freight inside trailers. If you're a detail-oriented individual with a passion for logistics and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:
* Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks
- Verify documentation matches freight description, using current electronic or manual systems
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, and rope
- Recoup or repair damaged freight when necessary
- Verify and complete required documentation and reports
- Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
- Perform hostling duties if required
- Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as required
Key Responsibilities:
* Freight Handling: Load and unload trailers, verify freight documentation, and secure freight inside trailers
- Documentation: Verify and complete required documentation and reports, including freight descriptions and weights
- Customer Service: Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
- Safety: Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
- Teamwork: Work independently and/or as a team member to achieve operational goals and objectives
Qualifications:
* High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, and/or forklift operations preferred
- If hostler/yard mule duties are required, experience preferred
- Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
- Basic written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more
- Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift
- Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
- Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred
Working Conditions:
* Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, and noise
- Hours may vary due to operational need
- Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline-oriented
Benefits and Perks:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
- Comprehensive training and onboarding program
- Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment
Why Join arenaflex?
At arenaflex, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and providing a safe, efficient, and reliable transportation network. As a Dock Operations Specialist, you'll be part of a team that's dedicated to excellence and customer satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and professional development, and a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
How to Apply:
If you're a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for logistics and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and perspectives. If you have a disability and need assistance in order to apply for a position with arenaflex, please call 800-888-8252 or email [email protected]. Apply for this job