Forklift Operator — Carton Yard & Inventory

Tanimura & Antle; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanimura & Antle is seeking helpers to load and unload materials, break pallet loads, and assist with inventory across multiple California locations including Salinas. Responsibilities include listing shipments and maintaining the Carton Yard, with required forklift certification and strong attention to detail.

Relocation to CA or AZ may be required; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Candidates should be reliable, able to work independently, and willing to rotate shifts with consistent

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required.
• Good math skills required.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Independent worker with attention to detail.
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Regular, reliable attendance required.
• Willing to relocate to CA or AZ.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not mandatory.
• Computer skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload materials onto pallets, skids, or trucks.
• Break pallet loads as needed.
• List cargo shipments for inventory tracking.
• Clean Carton Yard and maintain workspace.
• Assist in inventory control and reconciliation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Math skills

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Rotating shifts

Reliability

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer skills

Job description

Tanimura & Antle is seeking helpers to load and unload materials, break pallet loads, and assist with inventory across multiple California locations including Salinas. Responsibilities include listing shipments and maintaining the Carton Yard, with required forklift certification and strong attention to detail.

Relocation to CA or AZ may be required; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Candidates should be reliable, able to work independently, and willing to rotate shifts with consistent