Warehouse Cargo Agent

We are looking for an immediate long-term contract opening for a Warehouse Cargo Agent in Atlanta, GA for our client in a Cargo facility. We would like to add ambitious & detail-oriented individuals to perform faced paced warehouse cargo work, under supervision. The Warehouse Cargo Agent is responsible for moving and sorting small packages by hand and pushcart from containers inside the warehouse to semi-trucks, in an open air, uncontrolled temperature environment.

Responsibilities :

• Load and unload package containers, moving packages by hand and pushcart, to warehouse to truck.
• Build up package containers ready for outbound flights.
• Break down package containers from arriving flights.
• Remove tie-downs and other gear when loading and unloading.
• Sort, scan and move small packages within the warehouse.
• Operate package handling equipment such as pallet jacks and gaylords (push carts).
• Check air express containers for proper piece count, weight, dimensions and documents as appropriate per air safety and security guidelines.

Minimum Essential Functions :

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Frequently moves cargo in the warehouse weighing up to 50 pounds.

Needs to occasionally move about inside the warehouse and office to access cargo shipments and airwaybills.

Work Environment :

Sometimes exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures.

Occasionally work in extremely bright or dim lighting conditions.

Workspaces may not be temperature-controlled.

Work near / share same workspace with others.

Often work indoors but may sometimes work outdoors.

Requirements :

Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of one (1) year experience in similar role required

Valid Drivers license required Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be able to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and holidays.  Peak Season (November-December) may require longer hours

Ability to read, write and understand the English language

Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids

Shift hours :

Operation hours are-Monday to Sunday

1ST shift : 6AM - 230pm OR

2ND shift : 2PM -1030PM OR

3RD shift : 10pm - 6 : 30am

Need to be flexible working different days or shift.

Pay Rate :   1st & 2nd shift pays $17.50 an hour / 3rd shift pays $19.50 an hour

Benefits :

Medical

Prescription Drug Discounts

Dental & Vision

Short-Term Disability

Accident, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance Package

401k Traditional & Roth options

Employee Discount Program

Referral Program that offers $50 to both to you and your referral after they work 80 hours

To the extent permitted by law, passing consumer (drug screening and / or background check) report inquiries may be necessary for employment purposes.

About Us : I.K. Hofmann USA offers staffing & HR services in sectors like light industrial, automotive, aviation, logistics & professional. As an ISO 9001 certified firm, we prioritize service quality and deeply care for our employees. Founded in Germany, our parent company I.K. Hofmann GmbH, is a woman-owned business with branches across Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary and the US. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees; differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes. Our differences make us thrive! Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company without sponsorship.

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