Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Aerotek
Oakland, CA

Description

- Will be helping with Shipping and receiving- Loading and unloading trucks- staging for shipping with shrink wrap- Conducting inventory cycle counts- Picking orders


Skills

Data Entry, Driving, Load, Box truck, Dot, Customer service, Shipping and receiving, Packing, Forklift, Sitdown, Loading, Rf scanner, Stand up, Reach truck, Sit down forklift, Inventory, Cherry picker, Unloading


Top Skills Details

Data Entry,Driving,Load,Box truck,Dot,Customer service,Shipping and receiving,Packing


Additional Skills & Qualifications

Responsibilities:•Maintain an organized warehouse, stockroom and work area layout to meet the changing needs of the business. Continually look to improve cleanliness, organization and efficiency. Lead and participate in process improvements activities, including the implementation of inventory system enhancements, 5S processes, and storage management systems for the warehouse•Direct the workflow and personnel in Receiving, Finished Goods Warehouse, Shipping, and Returns departments to complete customer orders while ensuring that company goals and quality metrics are met.•Oversee warehouse space to ensure compliance with safety initiatives and housekeeping standards. •Works with Warehouse Manager to identify training opportunities for warehouse team.•Conduct a large portion of hands-on work including operation of forklifts, staging orders and daily creation of shipping documents. Audit outbound shipments to ensure customer shipping requirements are met. Perform staged order quality checks to guarantee order fulfillment accuracy especially to critical customers. •Participate in documentation of warehouse processes. Recommend changes as needed, and implement as directed. Ensure all processes are followed and documentation current for compliance with regulatory and company standards. Work with management and Plant personnel on audits and inspections.•Responsible for the accurate and timely inventorying of all products, supplies, and customer returns. Collaborate with all levels of company personnel (e.g., Production Coordinator, Purchasing Manager, Finance, etc.) to ensure 100% accuracy of inventory of all products in the warehouse.•Maintain dock security and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to and company assets are secured.•Maintain a variety of records related to the above duties.•Offload and ensure accurate inventory of green coffee as needed.•Cross-functional back-up for Warehouse Manager and Production Planner.•Warehouse


Experience Level

Intermediate Level


Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of OAKLAND, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in OAKLAND,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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