Dock Worker - Full Time - Immediate Start Date!!

Company Description

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 60 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

Job Description

• Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner, as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required
• Distributes freight to local P&D Drivers 
• Mark materials with identifying information
• Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed (on handheld device)
• Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper's bill of lading
• Starts heaters on trailers, proper placards to trailers as required
• Arrange freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space
• Operate a forklift to transport stored items from the dock warehouse to the trailer
• Must take an active role in the safety and maintenance of the warehouse by sweeping the floor, properly storing dunnage, etc.
• Typical Hours will be 1100hrs - 2000hrs -- Split shift Monday mornings to unload LTL (5 AM start typical)
• Use the company pickup truck to make small rush deliveries as required
• Computer knowledge - will be responsible for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• WHIMS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/ fork lift certificate ( These items are covered with in-house training programs)
• Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision making and judgment skills
• Able to lift 50 lbs sometimes repetitive
• Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully
• Ability to operate our internal computer systems, handheld scanning devices
• Dependable and able to work in a dock environment safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures
• Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset
• Willing to train the right applicant
• Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record
• Note: This reflects the starting range for this position. The actual wage will be determined by the person's qualifications.

Additional Information

What do we offer you? 

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Program
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Fast-paced environments
• Rewarding Careers
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• Ask about our Dock to Driver Program