What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Operations Agent position at Forward?
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
· Safely load and unload freight from trucks and trailers
· Secure freight and remove excess equipment from trailers
· Attach and remove trailer identifiers, such as magnets and decals
· Collect and distribute paperwork to and from drivers
· Dock and move trailers through the yard as needed
· Clean freight and prepare trailers for use
· Identify and report any trailer damage for repairs
· Maintain a clean and organized warehouse in accordance with supervisor instructions
· Fulfill customer and supervisor orders promptly and accurately
· Manage warehouse inventory, including scanning, marking, and labeling freight and paperwork
· Provide and process rate quotes and service orders for shipments while maintaining customer satisfaction.
· Review and respond to emails in a timely manner with internal and external customers.
· Dispatch, book, and monitor shipments daily using WorldTrak and other systems.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating pricing, securing bookings, and resolving service issues.
· Collaborate in a team environment to deliver seamless customer service and operational support.
·Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent years of experience
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization
· Basic to advanced computer skills
· Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
· Must be able to manually lift up to 50 lbs
· Must be proficient in using email, networking programs (including Slack and Teams), and spreadsheets (including Airtable and Excel)
· Must be flexible with shift hours based on operational demands
· Must be able to frequently bend, squat, push and pull to retrieve inventory
What We Offer:
· Competitive base salary
· Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time, and holidays
· Company provided life insurance
· Health, vision, and dental insurance options
· Commuter benefit plan
· Optional supplemental life insurance
· 401(k)
· Wellness program
· A great place to work with a terrific culture