Cargo Handler

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

 

the role holder will be responsible for the safe and efficient build up and break down of freight pallets. The ability to interpret airway bills, bills of landing, and freight manifests in order to sort freight effectively via forklift to storage racks, shelves, or bins in designated storage areas is necessary.  The handling and storage of dangerous goods may also be required.  You will be driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles at times and as such you will require a valid driver’s license.

You will be required to maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures.  We cross-train our employees so you may be expected to work in other areas of the operation. We provide classroom and on the job training to ensure you are fully trained for your new position prior to starting.

 

 

• →Reads air waybill, bills of landing of freight manifest to determine the items to be moved, gathered or distribute.
• →Conveys freight from receiving areas to storage or to other designated areas with forklift or transporter.
• →Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as consignee or destination.
• →Sorts and stores dangerous goods in proper area.
• →Fill requisitions, work orders or request for materials, tools or other stock items and distributes items to other locations.
• →Open bales, crates, and other containers for break down. Records count of items received or distributed.
• →Weighs and counts items for distribution within warehouse to ensure conformance to company standards and air waybill.
• →Performs cargo build-up and/or breakdowns, freight to and/or from skid, pallets or ULDs.
• →Ensure that work areas are clean and hazard free of loose nets, strap, etc.
• →Must practice all company’s Safety Policy inclusive of, but not limited to wearing PPE, equipment operation, safe lifting procedures or obeying speed limits when driving company vehicles and equipment.
• →Other duties as assigned.

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

• Must have high school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Must have current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
• Must pass driver’s test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver’s license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA).
• Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a custom seal.
• Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds on a continuous basis.
• Must pass pre-employment medical and a drug test.

• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to build relationships

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role.

 

• Starting at $23.55 per hour!
• Free Employee Parking
• Free Kaiser benefit for Employee + Spouse+ Children
• Paid Training
• Uniform provided.

• Relocation or US employment authorization are not included with this job

 Qualifications 

 

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

High School or better.  DRIVERS LICENSE