Dock Material Handler

Job Description

Job DescriptionDock Material Handler

Lakeshore Talent is hiring a Dock Material Handler for a contract opportunity. This position is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, storing, and shipping inventory while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse and dock area.

Pay: $20.60–$21.79 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Employment Type: Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload inbound and outbound shipments.
• Move, stack, and store products in designated warehouse locations.
• Inspect and count incoming freight for accuracy, damage, or signs of infestation.
• Complete receiving logs and other required warehouse documentation.
• Scan pallets into the correct locations using warehouse management and RF technology.
• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, man lifts, and other powered equipment.
• Prepare outbound shipments and accurately complete manifests and bills of lading.
• Maintain an organized warehouse, shipping dock, and receiving area.
• Follow sanitation standards and applicable food-storage requirements.
• Monitor coolers and freezers for cleanliness, temperature, and proper operation.
• Report equipment maintenance needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with scheduled inventory counts.
• Support distribution, transportation, reclamation, and other departments as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and equipment requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two to four years of relevant warehouse or material-handling experience.
• Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts and motorized pallet jacks.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems, RF scanners, shipping documents, and inventory processes.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet daily deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and solve problems proactively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, volunteers, and other stakeholders.

Physical and Work-Environment Requirements

• Ability to push or pull up to 120 pounds.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds to waist level.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds overhead.
• Ability to walk and stand on hard surfaces for extended periods.
• Ability to stand or sit on a forklift for much of the workday.
• Willingness to work in indoor warehouse and outdoor dock environments.
• Ability to occasionally work in cold-storage areas ranging from 40&degree;F to -10&degree;F.

Interview and Onboarding Process

The interview process includes one virtual interview followed by one onsite interview. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing:

• Seven-year criminal background check
• Five-panel drug screening, including THC
• Physical lift test through Concentra

Lakeshore Talent is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.

#ZR\nCompany Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.

Company Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.