Senior Warehouse Associate: Lean Ops & Forklift

Rivian; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is hiring a Sr. Warehouse Associate in California. You will handle inbound and outbound material movement, inventory, and repackaging while maintaining a safe, clean workspace and contributing to improvement efforts.

Shift is 8:00am–4:30pm PT with potential overtime and weekend work; benefits and growth opportunities are offered. Salary range is disclosed in the posting and performance-based compensation may apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• 2–4 years in picking/packing/shipping/receiving with forklift experience.
• Prior warehouse experience; automotive background preferred.
• Stand-up forklift experience and ability to operate up to seven hours per day.
• Must be able to stand 8–12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of LEAN practices (5S, identify waste, process improvements).
• Led or participated in continuous improvement projects.
• Basic computer skills; Microsoft Office.
• Experience with RF handheld scanners.
• Ability to communicate via telephone or email.
• Flexible schedule; overtime/weekend as needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Repackage materials to meet distribution requirements.
• Operate forklift and stock chaser and related equipment.
• Identify inventory concerns based on quantity or quality discrepancies.
• Provide input into safety, quality, and throughput opportunities.
• Maintain standard work and proper equipment use.
• Support general material handling requests from leadership and team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

LEAN practices

Continuous improvement

Basic computer skills

Task clarification

Communication by phone/email

Flexibility schedule

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Stand-Up forklift

Order picker

Cherry Picker

RF handheld scanner

Job description

Rivian is hiring a Sr. Warehouse Associate in California. You will handle inbound and outbound material movement, inventory, and repackaging while maintaining a safe, clean workspace and contributing to improvement efforts.

Shift is 8:00am–4:30pm PT with potential overtime and weekend work; benefits and growth opportunities are offered. Salary range is disclosed in the posting and performance-based compensation may apply.