Forklift Operator

Maersk; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk in Fontana, California is hiring a Forklift Operator to oversee the loading and unloading of materials. The role requires safe operation of forklifts and material handling while maintaining a clean work environment.

Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of warehouse experience, a high school diploma, and forklift certification is preferred. Benefits include medical, 401(k), and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Utilize manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist drivers.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment like forklifts.
• Ensure safe and secure work environment following OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Attention to detail

RF scanner usage

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Summary

The Forklift Operator oversees loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift. They maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify any discrepancies in receiving loads against manifest.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist drivers to load and unload trucks
• Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other duties
• Ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately
• Identify and annotate overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
• Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.
• Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast‑paced environment
• Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required
• Previous warehouse experience preferred – 1 year experience
• Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks and banding/shrink‑wrap material
• Experience using an RF scan gun required
• Previous forklift certifications preferred
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
• Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well
• Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision
• High attention to detail required
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. It requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds unassisted and use pallet jacks and forklifts.

Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

$22.00 – $23.50 hourly*

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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