Senior Material Handler (1st Shift) - Sacramento CA

Job Description Provides warehouse services assigned through safe, efficient, cost‑effective and accurate handling of customer products and material using specially equipped trucks such as slip‑sheet, clamps and reach. This position may involve all phases of loading, unloading, staging and storage of customer products as well as the use of computer equipment. Responsibilities Accurately locate and load, both by hand and using appropriate motorized equipment (i.e., forklift truck), customer product onto/from pallets, trays, racks and shelves according to established procedures and safety regulations. Operate special equipment as necessary such as a turret clamp, slip sheet equipment and RF unit (if applicable). Count, weigh and record number of units of materials handled on daily production sheet. Complete specialized order processing for loading by stenciling, slip‑sheeting, shrink wrapping, labeling and consolidating as required on order. Assign / verify trailers to appropriate dock and/or yard location, lock trailers to dock‑lock and/or chock wheels (if applicable), following all safety rules and company policy. Daily inspect and repair or make adjustments before operating tow‑motor vehicles, following safety and maintenance instructions, completing the tow‑motor inspection sheet at the beginning of each shift and/or assigned to another piece of equipment; report immediately any defective equipment to supervisor. Prepare trailers prior to loading product by inspecting and cleaning as needed to ensure product preservation. Assist in building and grounds maintenance to ensure facility is maintained in a clean, neat, safe and orderly manner. Load picked orders or pull & load according to policies and procedures, completing appropriate paperwork including Bill of Lading, Pick Report, Trailer Audit and Lot Verification. Unload, move, stack and stage customer products and materials both by hand and using forklift or other power equipment, keeping appropriate records and reports. Complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by supervisor. Assist in physical inventories ensuring facility and contents are secure. Provide other services such as sanitation requirement activities, assembling crates (boxes) to contain products, and/or moving loose materials to containers as directed by supervisor and/or team leader. Follow basic mandatory work instructions (including use of personal protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others. Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination. Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility. Meet and occasionally exceed standards set by company for warehouse safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity and customer service. Qualifications Forklift Certification. Preferred two (2) years forklift/tow motor experience (forklift certification required). Ability to operate forklift – both sit down and stand up, tow motor, motorized and non‑motorized pallet jack; clamp, reach and slip sheet. Knowledge of inventory control and general warehouse procedures. Light data entry skills required. Basic math skills. Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures. Ability to write legibly. Ability to make decisions on customer acceptance based on past experience and fitness for use. Attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention. Language skills – English. Team player. Professional and positive communication. No managerial experience required. Work Schedule: Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hourly wage: $20.50. Benefits PTO 6 days sick time 8 paid holidays 1 paid “Personal Holiday” Company Bonus Plan 401(K) SAVE Plan Annual Fixed Contribution Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage Voluntary Benefits Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity Benefits Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Referral Program EEO Statement for US The company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants for employment. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally‑protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally‑protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr APL Logistics