Freight Handler - 1st shift

Freight Handler | 1st Shift Cheeseman Transport | Greencastle, IN Cheeseman Transport is hiring a 1st Shift Freight Handler in Greencastle, Indiana to load, unload and secure freight. This position supports daily terminal operations by ensuring trailers are loaded correctly and freight keeps moving safely and efficiently. Pay Starting Pay: $19.50 per hour ( make up to $23.50 after 3 years) Paid weekly Direct Deposit Schedule Monday –Friday: 6:00AM - 2:00pm Responsibilities Operate equipment to load and unload freight from dry van trailers and containers. Secure and unblock freight in trailers using nail guns, wooden blocks, and pry bars Verify and stage equipment properly for loading/ unloading Clean and maintain a safe working environment daily Communicate with supervisors and drivers throughout the day to ensure all needs are met. Job Requirements Candidates should be 18 years old and should have the ability to read bills of lading Physically transfer and secure cargo Be able to work in a fast paced work environment. Forklift experience is a plus. Be able to carry blocking into trailers. Be able to physically transfer and secure cargo. Forklift experience is a plus. Benefits Cheeseman Transport offers a competitive benefits package: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Vacation Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Program Driver Referral Program Flexible Scheduling Options About Cheeseman Transport Cheeseman Transport is a family-oriented transportation company known for safely moving freight with unusual characteristics. We provide LTL, Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, and Warehousing services for businesses throughout the Midwest and Southeast. Our culture is built on four core values: Family First, Safety, Flexibility, and Sustainability . We invest in our people through reliable equipment, strong benefits, and a work environment where employees are respected and supported. Many of our team members build long-term careers here because we focus on safety, consistency, and doing the right thing for our drivers, mechanics, handlers, and office staff. Our goal is simple: create business relationships that are safe, enjoyable, and rewarding for everyone we work with Pay: From $19.50 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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