Material Handler

Kelly Services; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Transit benefits

Job summary

Kelly Services in Union City, CA is seeking a Material Handler / Order Picker (Forklift) to safely move materials, pick and pack orders, and keep accurate inventory. The role requires forklift certification, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and reliable attendance.

The position is full-time temporary with pay at $22 per hour, Monday to Friday, 12PM–9PM. Benefits are provided per Kelly’s standard offers and local policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift certification and proven experience operating sit-down or stand-up forklifts.
• Previous experience as a material handler, order picker, or similar warehouse role preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks as needed.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move, load, and unload materials within the warehouse.
• Accurately pick, pack, and stage customer orders according to packing lists and order sheets.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing incoming materials and products.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Prepare shipments and assist with loading trucks as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse and logistics teams to meet productivity goals.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift (sit-down/stand-up)

Job description

Now Hiring: Material Handler / Order Picker (Forklift)

Location: Union City, CA

Employment Type: Full time (Temp)

Pay Rate: $22/HR:

Shift:12PM -9PM Monday - Friday

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Material Handler / Order Picker who is certified and experienced in operating forklifts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurate order picking, safe material handling, and warehouse organization to ensure the smooth flow of goods in our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move, load, and unload materials within the warehouse.
• Accurately pick, pack, and stage customer orders according to packing lists and order sheets.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing incoming materials and products.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Prepare shipments and assist with loading trucks as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse and logistics teams to meet productivity goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift certification and proven experience operating sit-down or stand-up forklifts.
• Previous experience as a material handler, order picker, or similar warehouse role preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks as needed.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.