Freight Handler/Forklift Operator

Location: Hayward, California, United States of America

Working Hours: Day Job

YOUR ROLE

Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and organization? Do you enjoy working in a clean and efficient warehouse environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to manage loading/unloading of freight and contribute to delivering results in a safe and efficient warehouse operation.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Receive cargo from incoming trucks by removing it from the truck by hand or by using manual equipment such as a hand truck or pallet jack, or by using a forklift.
• Verify and note the count and condition of cargo received, knowing when to either refuse or accept with notation.
• Record receipts to appropriate forms and/or log books.
• Verify that proper documentation is attached.
• Sort cargo received by account or intended location and store it in the proper location.
• Accurately label freight to destination.
• Perform forklift duties and learn to containerize basic loads.
• Develop and maintain excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times.
• Assist in various warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, storing equipment, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to drive and/or operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs.
• Read, comprehend, and complete basic checklists, forms, or other related documents.
• Identifies and resolves problems promptly.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Consistently at work and on time.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Minimum:

• High School degree or GED.
• Minimum one to three years of related experience.
• Forklift Driver Certification.

Preferred:

• Minimum one year of industry experience.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.