Forklift Operator

Education (preferred level) high school degree.

Desired experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6

Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing, walking,

sitting

for extended periods. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Basic US and Global geography knowledge is a plus

Must have computer skills including: typing, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, operate handheld tablets and scanners, and ability to learn and operate within multiple Expeditors' proprietary operating systems

Expected base salary: $20/hr to $23/hr

May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)

Holidays (10)

Flexible Days (2)

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Load trailers and ocean containers using tools/equipment for safe, efficient transport including but not limited to: Blocking/bracing, decking, Efficient load management

Unload and receive freight including but not limited to: Count freight and compare to manifest & internal receiving documents, weigh freight, record/verify dimensions, stage/store freight, labeling, and other general receiving duties

Utilization of scanning equipment in all aspects of the warehouse

Communicate across product teams regarding volumes and capacity needed

Validating driver details for security

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!