Position: Cargo Handlerย
Shift: Mon-Fri 5:00am-1:00pm
Job Description:
Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and materials for this position are provided.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
- Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
- Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
- Must be 18 or older
- Microsoft Office skills required
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Basic computer and data-entry skills; ability to use scanners and warehouse systems
- Experience with or ability to learn track-and-trace systems to monitor shipment status, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate freight movement
- Ability to review, update, and maintain shipment tracking information in internal systems
- Comfortable using email, digital tracking tools, and internal logistics software
- High attention to detail when completing shipment documentation and tracking records
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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Forward Air is a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. Forward also operates a full portfolio of multimodal solutions, both domestically and internationally, via Omni Logistics. Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean, and ground services for mission-critical freight. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs
We move freight, but weโre powered by people. Whether youโre in the warehouse, on the road, or behind the screen, every teammate keeps our global business in motion and brings logistics to life.ย ย