Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference
Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs.
Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco.
Here’s what you can expect from Watco:
· Award-winning culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
· Competitive compensation and benefits
· Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers · Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
· Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
· Career advancement opportunities
This position will have a competitive pay
The Hub Associate is responsible for unloading and sorting in our cross-dock facility. This includes receiving inbound freight from linehaul trucks, classifying freight, and palletizing freight.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING (OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED):
· Scan packages to confirm receipt
· Move packages from pallets to assigned scan location
· Inspect packaging for defects and damages
· Follow company safety guidelines
· Keep warehouse clean and organized
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS & ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
· Ability to use a scanner
· Organizational and time management skills
· Warehouse experience preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in a warehouse environment with frequent interruptions from team members and independent contractors, and regular high noise level.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
· Must be able to frequently lift or carry 10-20 pounds
· Must be able to regularly lift, carry, or push up to 50 pounds
· Must be able to frequently stand, walk, and reach with arms
· Must be able to maneuver and access all areas of the warehouse
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
