Cargo Handler

Cargo Handler

The Cargo Handler is responsible for ensuring warehouse duties assignments are finalized within the allocated period as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor/Lead Cargo Handler. The Cargo Handler is assigned duties in the Miami Warehouse from cargo acceptance, build-up, breakdown, scanning, tie-down, and other functions assigned by management, including our Cooler operation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure that pallets are properly built according to the contour of the aircraft on which the pallet is being transported.
• Ensure the ULD used is not built to over its weight capacity rating.
• Ensure the pallet is within FAA regulations to be used on our aircraft.
• Maintain serviceability of facility equipment (forklift, scales, scanners).
• Utilize forklift equipment to properly stack cargo onto the pallet.
• Assure the security and safety of personnel and freight.
• Maintain the cleanness of the facility and equipment.
• Report damages and discrepancies for claims, reimbursement, and record-keeping purposes.
• Cross-training based on operation needs Cargo Acceptance, Buildup, Tie-Down, Scanning, Breakdown, Staging, and all ways of handling freight.
• Complete required receiving reports and resolve uncomplicated problems to ensure cargo can be shipped.
• Receive and record shipment data, including weight and dimensions.
• Examine all documents to ensure accuracy for articles being received.
• Input required data such as shipper's name, consignee, weight, and dimensions into an automated system and produce Warehouse Receipt for items being shipped.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Performance Standards/Measurements

• Always exhibits a professional demeanor.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Interacts effectively with colleagues and customers.
• Demonstrates ability and resourcefulness.
• Proactive and timely in problem-solving.
• Recognizes priorities and organizes workload accordingly.
• Maintains communications with all involved parties on a project.
• Ensures that work product is accurate, thorough and neat.
• Maintains accurate and concise records/files.
• Ensures that there is no freight shifting on the pallet.
• Ensures that there is no damage/no water damage to the freight.
• Ensures that there is no pallet bumping for over-dimensioned pallets.
• Always follows priority procedure.
• Meets company attendance policy.
• Consistently follows company policies and procedures (including governmental and safety) and departmental standard operating procedures.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• A self-starter is required, must be able to work effectively with minimal to no supervision.
• Prior warehouse experience with forklift driving knowledge is mandatory.
• Prior customer service and conflict resolution experience is a plus.
• Prior airline/freight forwarding experience is preferred.
• Identification of hazmat materials and knowledge of proper handling (preferably).
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups' situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding carrying out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be comfortable learning computerized transactions using SmartKargo or other software.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets Amerijet's insurance standards.
• Able to obtain SIDA badge.
• Willingness to work 8-hr shift covering 24/7.
• Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position will not have direct reports but may require providing training for new team members.

Language Skills:

The employee must possess good interpersonal and communications skills, be able to effectively present information, respond to questions from managers and co-workers.

Physical Activities and Requirements of the Position:

The employee is regularly required to stand, frequently required walk, use hand to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Required to work in confined spaces.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; move about the facility.

Must be able to work well under pressure. Domestic/international travel is negligible, and overtime is required when necessary.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Acknowledgement:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, and skills required of an employee in this position. Amerijet International, Inc. reserves the right to request that other tasks be performed when warranted (for example, by emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, corporate reorganization, or technical development). Amerijet International, Inc. also reserves the right to revise this job description.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regards to race, color religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factors under federal, state or local law. Any applicant requiring assistance with our online application process or who needs and accommodation for the application process due to a disability, should send an e-mail to ADAapps@amerijet.com.

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