Package Handler (Warehouse)
- Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Role Overview: Responsible for safely handling packages through loading, unloading, and sorting using various techniques. May rotate through positions such as Loader, Unloader, Palletizer, QA, Facer, Switcher, or specialized roles like Trainer and Air Handler.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Handle packages manually, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
- Operate scanning, sorting, and conveyor equipment accurately.
- Train new PHs in safe and efficient package handling techniques.
- Inspect and process air-restricted packages, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Assist in implementing new procedures and maintaining safety standards.
- Work in various environments, including hot, cold, and noisy conditions.
- No formal education or experience required; prior experience with Federal Express is preferred for certain roles.
- Ability to understand instructions, discern package details, and operate basic tools.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
- Valid driver’s license and DOT file required for switching roles.
- Completion of required training, including safety and airlift procedures.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Safely load, unload, sort, inspect, and process packages using manual handling techniques and scanning, sorting, and conveyor equipment. Support training and procedure implementation, maintain safety standards, and process air-restricted packages in compliance with regulations.
Requirements
No formal education or experience is required, though prior Federal Express experience is preferred for certain roles. Candidates must be able to understand instructions, handle packages weighing 5–50 pounds, work in varying temperatures and noisy conditions, and complete required training; switching roles also require a valid driver’s license and DOT file.
Skills
- Package Handling
- Loading And Unloading
- Package Sorting
- Lifting And Carrying
- Scanning Equipment Operation
- Sorting Equipment Operation
- Conveyor Equipment Operation
- Package Inspection
- Safety Compliance
- Training
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Following Instructions
- Basic Tool Operation
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Categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Package Handling
- Loading
- Unloading
- Sorting
- Loader
- Unloader
- Palletizer
- Quality Assurance
- Facer
- Switcher
- Trainer
- Air Handler
- Package Scanning
- Conveyor Equipment
- Air-Restricted Packages
- Safety Standards
- Airlift Procedures
- DOT File
- Driver’s License
- Package Inspection
- Manual Handling
- Federal Express