Expeditors Hiring for Forklift Operator (Loading/Unloading trucks) Job at Hawthorne, CA Full Time

• We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts
• We love to promote from within—more than 50 percent of our staff of more than 18,000 employees has been at Expeditors for five years or more.
• Our high retention rate is influenced by our philosophy that our people are our greatest asset, we pride ourselves in hiring for attitude and training for skill.

For more information on the company, please visit our website:

https://www.expeditors.com/careers

Responsible for accurate receiving, loading, storing and executing shipment orders. Knows and understands their responsibility in a contingency plan or crisis situation. Must be able to work the shift pattern as required by the branch. Execute updates in computer system via operational tools provided.

Inbound Freight: Counts all products, take weight, compares to manifest and checks all shipments for damage, shortage, overage and any other discrepancies. Reports shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms. If assigned, must be a qualified forklift driver, unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to assigned storage locations.

Storage: Maximizes space usage. Properly and safely puts away items onto the racks, locations and or ready rows using company system and scripts.

Cargo handling: Ensures that the correct number and type of product are being handled. Transports orders to shipping locations or assigned doors with material handling equipment (forklift, squeeze, pallet jacket). Review markings, address on cargo and ensure correct reference labels are on the cargo.

Outbound Freight: Compares quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Sign necessary documents to ensure record keeping along with the usage of system scripts. Efficiently moves product into outbound delivery vehicles.

Facility / Equipment: Maintains equipment and ensures warehouse areas are neat, clean of debris and in an orderly fashion. Operates equipment safely and efficiently. Complies with all local, OSHA and Expeditors’ standards.

Inventory: Keeps accurate records and reports. Assists in physical inventories and cycle counts. May key inventory adjustments into company system.

Other Duties: Repacks or re-boxes cases per customer instructions. Repairs and re-boxes damaged goods as required. Operates shrink-wrap machine, manual shrink-wrap, apply plastic and metal bands if assigned.

Security: Ensure all necessary federal and company guidelines are completed for TSA and CCSF requirements. Will require to be detailed oriented, execute company procedures and policies.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Degree or equivalent required

2. Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods (length of a scheduled shift).

Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper lifting techniques. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to meet deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.

3. Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)

4. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

5. Fluent in English, both written and verbal

6. Must not require future sponsorship for employment Visa

7. Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department need

8. Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized

9. Demonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and action

10. Strong organizational skills

11. Analytical with a strong attention to detail

12. Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results

13. Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment

14. Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members

15. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

16. Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills

17. Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability

18. Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability

19. Comfortable working in a professional business environment

20. Must be able to commute to the city of Hawthorne, CA

Desired Qualifications

A. Undergraduate Degree Preferred

B. Previous warehousing experience

C. Forklift operator certified

D. Experience with use of Microsoft Excel (read, format, sort and filter data)

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program

Reporting Structure

• Supervisor, Manager of Ground Network Services

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.