Laborer

Surge Staffing

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago

    Highlights

    This is a hands-on, physically active position involving loading and unloading freight, moving and storing products, preparing shipments, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who is reliable, hardworking, safety-conscious, and comfortable working on their feet.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFrankfort, KY

    Description

    Laborer 

    About the Role

    We are hiring a dependable Laborer to support daily warehouse and material handling operations. This is a hands-on, physically active position involving loading and unloading freight, moving and storing products, preparing shipments, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

    Previous warehouse experience is helpful but not required. This is a great opportunity for someone who is reliable, hardworking, safety-conscious, and comfortable working on their feet.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Load and unload freight safely and efficiently
    • Move products to designated storage areas using a powered pallet jack and other material handling equipment
    • Stack and store merchandise in the appropriate locations
    • Sort, pack, mark, and label materials and products
    • Assemble merchandise and prepare products for shipment
    • Check and count freight for accuracy
    • Inspect products for damage or other issues
    • Assist with physical inventory counts
    • Assemble displays and complete specialty projects as needed
    • Maintain clean and organized warehouse and work areas
    • Assist with general building and grounds maintenance
    • Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
    • Previous warehouse, labor, production, or material handling experience is a plus
    • Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply
    • Ability to safely operate a powered pallet jack
    • Forklift experience is a plus
    • Ability to read, count, and accurately identify products
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Good communication skills
    • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
    • Dependable and willing to work an assigned shift
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    Physical Requirements

    • Stand and walk for extended periods
    • Lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout the workday
    • Lift and move products weighing up to 40 pounds
    • Bend, kneel, climb, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks
    • Safely operate and mount/dismount material handling equipment
    • Work around forklifts, pallet jacks, and moving equipment
    • Maintain productivity throughout the shift

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