Warehouse Material Handler – Forklift & Inventory

Paylocity; Newark, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Logistics Group is hiring a Material Handler in Newark, CA to move and process materials using forklifts, pallets and WMS. You will weigh, verify, and stage inbound and outbound goods, conduct cycle counts and receive documentation for shipments.

The role requires basic math, strong communication, and familiarity with logistics procedures. Training provided for LEAN 5S/7S, with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 0-2 years’ Warehouse and Logistics experience.
• 1-2 years forklift experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn LEAN principles (5S/7S); training provided.
• Great communication skills.
• Understanding of logistics, shipping, receiving, and standard work instruction protocols.
• Strong math and writing skills.
• Basic computer skills with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Prior experience with Inventory control preferred.
• Excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Use hand trucks, dollies, pallet jacks and other motorized equipment to move material or freight in the warehouse-storage facility.
• Unload customer products as they come inbound.
• Load product that is being processed for outbound.
• Weigh products and take measurements (DIMS).
• Receive, unpack, check, and verify product to ensure accuracy.
• Process receiving exceptions as needed.
• Use handheld RF tools to receive, pick, stock check, and ship products into WMS.
• Conduct stock checks, part number verification, Cycle Counts, support physical inventory.
• Pack, re-pack and wrap products for shipping and storage.
• Consolidate partial pallets into full pallets for location and inventory consolidation.
• Label parts as needed during receipt, put away, picking or shipping process.
• Pick parts for order fulfillment, shipments, scrap requests, etc.
• Stage completed orders or shipments in staging area.
• Ensure that orders and shipping material are accompanied with proper delivery documents: Revised BOL, packing slip, manual tag, etc.
• Inform lead/supervisor about OSD findings during picking orders or shipments.
• Check QB to ensure timely and accurate responses to inquiries.
• Process RAM to ensure efficient and accurate handling of materials.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy and completeness.
• Place materials in variance, ensuring proper categorization and tracking.
• Process materials for shipment to BELFOR, coordinating logistics and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Follow all workplace safety regulations and guidelines.
• Executes department-specific documentation: bill of lading verification, inventory reconciliation, and WMS data entry.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Occasional use of hand tools and/or power tools.
• Cross-train as needed to learn other warehouse functions.
• Other duties as needed

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

LEAN principles

Communication

Basic math

MS Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

WMS software

RF scanners

Job description

RK Logistics Group is hiring a Material Handler in Newark, CA to move and process materials using forklifts, pallets and WMS. You will weigh, verify, and stage inbound and outbound goods, conduct cycle counts and receive documentation for shipments.

The role requires basic math, strong communication, and familiarity with logistics procedures. Training provided for LEAN 5S/7S, with emphasis on safety and accuracy.