USA - Warehouse Coordinator

Abacus Staffing; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Irvine is seeking a Warehouse Associate to manage materials and inventory. The role involves processing shipments, maintaining organization, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to operate forklifts. A high school diploma is required, with preference for those with an AA degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of warehouse or technical office experience required.
• Ability to lift 10-50 lbs and operate forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Process inbound freight and manage outbound shipments.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist in cycle counting.
• Operate forklifts and maintain cleanliness in receiving areas.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Warehouse Management Systems

Education

High School Diploma

AA Degree

Tools

Forklifts

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

Summary
Receives, stores, and distributes materials, equipment, and products within establishments, performing related documentation and data entry activities. Ensures inventory accuracy and follows the First In First Out (FIFO) method.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Process inbound freight by verifying packing slips and purchase orders, and manage outbound shipments ensuring correct labeling.
2. Prepare parcels for shipping.
3. Replenish stock received into designated locations and handle picking, packing, staging, and shipping.
4. Assist in cycle counting and help direct workflow in the receiving area, setting priorities and meeting deadlines.
5. Read production schedules, work orders, or requisitions to determine items to be moved or distributed.
6. Fill work orders, material requests, and sample requests for Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.
7. Stage work orders according to production schedules.
8. Maintain material handling equipment and report issues.
9. Perform physical counts, spot-checks, and inventory verification, including monthly/annual inventories.
10. Keep raw materials, MRO, and Finished Goods racks organized and maintain cleanliness and safety in receiving areas.
11. Notify supervisors of out-of-stock items.
12. Transfer materials to production lines and back to warehouse, updating inventory systems accurately and immediately.
13. Maintain communication with customers and team members.
14. Coordinate with quality inspection to ensure proper staging and sampling of materials.
15. Assist in resolving discrepancies and product misplacements.
16. Follow SOPs, GMPs, safety policies, and departmental procedures.
17. Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
18. Maintain a designated 6S area and assist with preventive maintenance activities.
19. Update visual communication boards regarding material issues, work status, and performance.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; proficiency in warehouse management systems and PC environments; ability to lift 10-50 lbs; operate forklifts and material handling equipment; ability to work overtime and independently without supervision.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; AA preferred. 1-3 years of warehouse or technical office experience.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

Includes reaching, lifting, fingering, talking, and sedentary work requiring visual acuity and awareness of hazards like moving mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical currents, and exposure to heat or chemicals.