Dock Manager Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

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Position Summary

Sorts and handles freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. Operates forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight for both loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows established bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes any shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately complete various shipping documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying shipments.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoops, and lift throughout the shift.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying freight up to 100 pounds; team lift or mechanical assistance required for heavier items.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling freight, operating pallet jacks, and securing loads.
• Ability to climb on and off forklifts, trailers, and dock platforms safely.
• Adequate vision and hearing (with or without correction) to operate equipment, read labels, and follow safety signals.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow due to dock and yard exposure.
• Ability to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational demands.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

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