Cargo Stower (Land Cargo Handling)
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Workers who load/unload, sort, and transport cargo on land to support logistics operations.
Description
Cargo stowers (land cargo handling and transportation workers) load and unload cargo from freight trucks and containers, and move cargo inside and outside warehouses using handling aids such as pallets, hand trucks, cranes, and slings. They also handle manual heavy lifting, sorting, labeling, and paperwork processing, playing an important role in supporting safe and accurate logistics. The work is performed in teams, requiring coordination and flexibility to respond to seasonal fluctuations and changes in volume.
Future Outlook
While demand for cargo handling work remains stable due to the expansion of e-commerce, advances in automation and labor-saving measures will require machine operation skills and collaboration with IT systems.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / Has physical stamina / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Heavy labor / Indoor and outdoor work / Shift / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Worker → Leader → Site work leader → Warehouse manager → Logistics coordinator
Required Skills
Cargo loading and unloading / Manual transport equipment operation / Pallet stacking / Sorting operations
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation / Crane and slinging skills / Forklift driving skills / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important to prevent mis-shipments or damage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to handle heavy objects and continue standing work for long periods. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination is essential since work is performed in collaboration with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Work procedures are standardized, so advanced analytical skills are not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks following procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Work procedures are fixed, so high learning motivation is not constantly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic quantity checking is needed; no specialized calculations are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training Completion
- Slinging Skills Training Completion
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Cargo handling worker
- Cargo loader
- Cargo unloader
- Land cargo handling worker
Related Jobs
- Forklift operator
- Truck driver
- Warehouse worker