Freight Handler / Warehouse Associate / Unloader

Material HandlerReporting directly to the Supervisor or Site Manager, the Material Handler is responsible for unloading freight, with or without manual or powered equipment in a safe and efficient manner, at the direction of the Supervisor and/or Operations Management. Using manual operations and applicable material handling equipment the position is charged with the movement of freight, stock, or other materials or perform other general labor.Location-Mira Loma, Ca (This is not a Travel Team site. Candidates must live local to Mira Loma.)Shift-Monday-Friday 5:30am-2:00pm (approximately 8-hour shift)Pay- The position has a base rate of $17.00 per hour plus production pay, with average associates earning $23.00 per hour or more. The more efficiently you work, the more you earn per hour.Freight- Footwear and general merchandiseEssential FunctionsUnload and break down freight onto good wood pallets, in compliance with the SOP and at a pace that meets or exceeds productivity goals and standardsSort and organize freight by PO# and SKU#May be required to break down freight to Ti-Hi formMay include operating various types of material handling equipmentMay include sorting, repacking and labeling, pallet repair, and other dutiesQualifications1-year previous warehouse experience preferred6 months' experience operating a forklift, electric pallet jack, or other warehouse material handling equipment a plusAny combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the workThe ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment – continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbsThe ability to meet fast-paced client service, productivity goals and standardsMust be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays AND work overtime, without advanced noticeRequired to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background checkReliable transportation to and from workWillingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructionsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds in a team-lift capacity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions, including hot and cold temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is and can be loud. Employees are encouraged to advise their site manager in the event any of these conditions are adversely impacting them physically and/or impacting their ability to productively perform.Additional InformationReferral bonuses available for bringing in new hiresWe are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and conduct pre-employment screenings such as background checks and drug screenings.Interested candidates can apply online at be 18 years of age