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ACME CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY

Material Handler

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

May assist with conducting cycle counts as needed; * Collaborates with Warehouse Management and team members to optimize workflow * Participates in any relevant material handling training as assigned ...

ACME CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY

Material Handler

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

May assist with conducting cycle counts as needed; * Collaborates with Warehouse Management and team members to optimize workflow * Participates in any relevant material handling training as assigned ...

TravisMathew

Materials Assistant

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

The Materials Assistant, is responsible for facilitating all fabric and trim development. This ... Prepare packages for lab dips and strike-offs for material development * Perform all development ...

Aveson Charter Schools

Office Assistant

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... other material. Assist with daily attendance, absence and tardy tracking; enter information into a proprietary student information system; generate rosters and daily attendance reports. Provide ...

Aveson Charter School

Office Assistant

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... other material. Assist with daily attendance, absence and tardy tracking; enter information into a proprietary student information system; generate rosters and daily attendance reports. Provide ...

AVESON

Office Assistant

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Perform a variety of clerical activities, including preparing routine correspondence, sorting and filing of student transcripts, documents, mail and other material. Assist with daily attendance ...

Club Assist

Material Handler

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $22/hr

Load and unload products from trailers using forklift trucks and other material handling equipment. * Sort and stack incoming product (returns, cores, warranties) * Sort, pack, wrap, tie and label ...

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Production Worker / Material Handler

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

In this role, you will help move materials, assist on the production line, and keep the work area clean and safe. Basic/broken English is accepted --we value a strong work ethic, attendance, and ...

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Material Handler

ACME CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY

Milpitas, CA • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Hourly Rate: $20-$22/hour + Monthly incentive bonus after 90 days of employment.
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Summary: The Material Handler is primarily responsible for fulfilling orders, organizing and maintaining existing inventory, loading and unloading delivery trucks, putting away stock and being a dependable and reliable team player.
Responsibilities: Duties
  • Locates material and pulls orders using established RF/warehouse procedures to fulfill orders;
  • Responsible for unloading product (using both a forklift and hand loading) and putting away product accurately to designated areas within the warehouse;
  • Checks in any incoming product using established RF/warehouse procedures for receiving, ensuring deliveries match the company purchase order;
  • Meets or exceeds established goals for order pulling accuracy and inventory accuracy;
  • Performs any necessary activities to get products ready for staging such as accurate labeling, palletizing and/or wrapping ;
  • Preps and assembles products as needed for custom non stock orders;
  • Safely and efficiently operates equipment and machinery (defined by position) such as a forklift, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment;
  • Assists in maintaining the warehouse in an orderly and clean state, and complies with all company safety policies and procedures;
  • Assists with will-call service by helping load customer orders, or unloads material that is being returned using branch procedures and protocols;
  • Assists with "kitting" related duties which include but are not limited to: Building transfers or work orders for kitting as specified by the customer, labeling material, assist with customized packaging solutions, etc.
  • May assist with conducting cycle counts as needed;
  • Collaborates with Warehouse Management and team members to optimize workflow
  • Participates in any relevant material handling training as assigned by the Company;
  • Performs other related duties within the warehouse as assigned by Management.
  • Adheres to all company policies, procedures and safety regulations.

Skills: Technical Qualifications/Experience
  • A minimum of one year experience in a similar position is preferred;
  • Previous experience in material handling, warehousing or logistics is a plus;
  • Experience with RF devices is a plus;
  • Basic understanding of inventory systems and order processing is a plus;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment;
  • Experience with forklift and ability to maintain forklift certification;
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
  • Basic math and reading skills (in English) to interpret work orders, inventory labels, and safety information;
  • Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements
  • The employee is regularly required to sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel computer equipment; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; use hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects; stand, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;
  • May be required to move or traverse considerable distances in the facility during the course of a workday;
  • Must have the physical abilities to perform essential warehouse tasks;
  • Must have good physical fitness with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. to a height of 3-4 feet and load product into trucks;
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time;
  • Ability to ascend/descend a ladder to pull or put away product from shelving and racking;
  • Ability to safely operate a dolly, pallet jack and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies.

Working Conditions:
  • Warehouse setting with exposure to varying temperatures and conditions;
  • Fast paced environment with frequent physical activity;
  • Safety PPE such as gloves, safety glasses and safety toed boots are required.

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