Shipping & Forklift Operator — Growth, Training & Benefits

McNICHOLS CO., INC.; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

PTO 15 days

Company paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Financial health benefits

Job summary

McNICHOLS CO., INC. is hiring a Shipping and Forklift Operator in Cerritos, CA. The role involves packing, shipping, receiving and inventory control, with emphasis on safe forklift operation and adherence to quality standards.

You will process incoming material, assist customers, and coordinate with carriers to ensure timely deliveries. Training, uniforms, and safety equipment are provided; opportunity for growth and skill-based pay exist.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate computer knowledge; capable of using inventory systems and RF scanners.
• Experience with UPS Worldship and FedEx shipping programs.
• Experience driving a forklift; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus.
• Stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks.
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Pack and ship customer orders.
• Accurately receive incoming material to maintain inventory integrity.
• Safely operate forklifts and other lift equipment, load and unload LTL carriers.
• Organize material pulls for orders to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Process incoming material including inspecting and receiving POs, interbranch and vendor material, customer returns and damaged freight.
• Provide excellent customer service; answer phone and direct walk-up customers to sales.
• Ensure timely shipment of orders and communicate issues.
• Maintain high quality standards by following procedures.
• Follow required safety and quality procedures.
• Order and maintain shipping supplies including skids, strapping and labels.
• Tag and hold incoming LTL material or returns for receiving.
• Call carriers to arrange order pickups.
• Use power tools such as chop saws, banders and packaging machines.
• Maintain equipment with routine preventive maintenance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent and fast-paced teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

UPS Worldship

FedEx shipping programs

RF scanners

Inventory systems

Forklift operation

Job description

McNICHOLS CO., INC. is hiring a Shipping and Forklift Operator in Cerritos, CA. The role involves packing, shipping, receiving and inventory control, with emphasis on safe forklift operation and adherence to quality standards.

You will process incoming material, assist customers, and coordinate with carriers to ensure timely deliveries. Training, uniforms, and safety equipment are provided; opportunity for growth and skill-based pay exist.