Warehouse Team Member
Description
The Warehouse Associate plays a vital, hands-on role in keeping cargo moving efficiently from port to destination. This position is responsible for handling customer products in a safe and efficient manner while performing a wide range of essential warehouse functions. A key part of this role involves operating various types of heavy industrial equipment in a dynamic, fast-paced port environment.
Primary Responsibilities: • Handle customer products in a safe and efficient manner. • Perform a wide range of warehouse functions to support daily operations. • Operate various types of heavy industrial equipment. • Assist in maintaining the efficient movement of cargo. • Follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements. • Work collaboratively with team members to support operational goals.
Essential Job Functions: • Operate industrial and warehouse equipment safely and efficiently. • Handle cargo, products, pallets, and other materials as required. • Work a fluctuating, non-traditional schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements: • Possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required for access to secure port facilities. • Be at least 18 years of age. • Ability to work a fluctuating, non-traditional schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. • Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds on a consistent basis. • Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol screening and adhere to Gloucester Terminals LLC Drug and Alcohol Policy throughout employment. • Reliable personal transportation to and from the facility. • Strong work ethic with the ability to follow instructions and thrive within a team environment.
Preferred, but Not Required: • Previous warehouse, logistics, cargo handling, or port operations experience. • Experience operating forklifts or other industrial equipment. • Familiarity with warehouse management systems or logistics technology. • Willingness to learn new equipment, technologies, and operational processes.
Work Conditions: Employees should expect extended periods of standing, walking, lifting, carrying materials, and operating industrial equipment in a fast-paced work environment.