Preparing Goods: Before loading, you may need to inspect goods for damage, ensure they are properly packaged, and verify quantities against shipping documents. Organizing Cargo: Efficiently arranging items or cargo in containers, trucks, trailers, or onto pallets while maximizing space utilization and ensuring stability during transportation. Operating Equipment: Using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other lifting equipment to move heavy or bulky items onto transport vehicles safely. This requires skill and attention to prevent damage to goods and equipment. Securing Loads: Securing cargo with straps, chains, or other restraints to prevent shifting or damage during transit. This step is crucial for ensuring safety and compliance with transportation regulations. Documenting Loads: Recording information such as load contents, weight, and destination for tracking and inventory purposes. This may involve using computerized systems or manual paperwork. Unloading: Offloading Cargo: Carefully removing items or cargo from transport vehicles, ensuring they are handled safely to prevent damage or injury. Sorting and Organizing: Sorting goods based on destination, product type, or other criteria for further distribution or storage. Inspecting Goods: Checking incoming shipments for damage, discrepancies, or missing items and reporting any issues to supervisors or relevant personnel. Returning Equipment: Returning any borrowed or rented equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks, to designated storage areas or service stations. Maintaining Cleanliness: Keeping unloading areas clear of debris or obstacles to ensure a safe and efficient workflow for yourself and others.