Forklift Operator - Part-Time - 2nd Shift - Allentown, PA

Company: XPO Logistics
Location: Mertztown
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

-- -Solutions driven success.-- -XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you--------re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.-- --- -Pay, benefits and more.

• Pay starts at $20.34/hour
• 2nd Shift-- -What you--------ll do on a typical day:
  • Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
  • Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand
  • Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
  • Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
  • Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
  • Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods of timeWhat you need to succeed at XPO: At a minimum, you--------ll need:
    • To be at least 18 years of age
    • Ability to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
    • Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends, due to varying freight volumesIt--------d be great if you also have:
      • Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry
      • Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment
      • Experience loading and unloading trailers
      • Desire to succeed with a strong attention to detailThis job requires the ability to:
        • Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 70 lbs. occasionally)
        • Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including a pallet jack, forklift and by hand
        • Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery
        • Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessaryBe part of something big. #PIQ-- -We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.-- -All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.-- -
          -- -The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.-- --- -
          -- -Review XPO's candidate privacy statement-- --- -PandoLogic. Keywords: Forklift Operator, Location: Mertztown, PA - 19539

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