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Lead Ramp Agent

Menzies Aviation
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

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Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

The Ramp Agent Lead will be responsible for loading and unloading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft, in the outbound bag room and the baggage claim area. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, and frequent kneeling.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
  • Frequent bending, stretching push/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations.
  • Operate motorized equipment.
  • Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
  • Ensure the safe and secure operations, in accordance with the highest possible standards of health, safety, security and all government statutory requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift: *Flexible schedule*

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the following job description for further information.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing And Compliance

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

Benefits

  • Full Benefits, PTO, DENTAL, MEDICAL, VISION, 401K
  • Paid Training
  • Discount Programs

Why Choose Menzies Aviation

  • Full Benefits: paid time off and health insurance for all full-time employees
  • Professional growth: Menzies offer career growth opportunities
  • Team environment: a fun, fast-paced, and supportive company culture
  • Equal opportunity employer: Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally

What We Are Looking For

  • Prior Ramp experience preferable
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must pass Drug testing
  • Must be able to speak, read and write in English proficiently
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing
  • Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Work is done primarily outdoors, must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
  • Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs seal

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Application Instructions

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