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Working at Maersk

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Join Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC as a Forklift Operator in Hayward, CA. This full-time, direct-hire role involves operating material handling equipment to move products safely and efficiently across various shift schedules with a pay range of $23.00 - $24.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • Experience operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Ability to read and follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must ensure compliance with TSA and OSHA safety guidelines.
  • Externally accredited qualification or license for operating material handling equipment is typically required.
  • No specific degree is required by the posting.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Forklift operation: Safely drive forklifts and pallet jacks to move products throughout the warehouse and load/unload trucks.
  • Material handling: Execute picking, packing, scanning, kitting, and counting products accurately.
  • Inventory control: Utilize manifests to pull routes, stage freight, and identify overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D).
  • Safety compliance: Maintain a secure work environment in accordance with all TSA and OSHA guidelines.
  • Potential transition routes: People from logistics clerk or general warehouse worker roles may bring inventory tracking and manual handling skills, alongside meeting safety and equipment operation requirements.

Job description

#Indeed
Job Description

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Direct Hire - Full Benefits

Shift Schedule: 1st shift 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM Monday - Friday

2nd shift 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM Tues-Saturday

3rd shift 8:00 PM -4:30 AM Tues-Saturday

Summary:

Role focuses on movement of products throughout the warehouse using various types of Material Handling equipment. Role requires the skills and experience to operate/drive manual handling equipment in accordance with local legislation. These roles will mostly require an externally accredited qualification/license.

Typical titles include Forklift operator, Equipment Operator, MHE Operator

Responsibilities:

  • Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers to load and unload trucks
  • Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other like duties
  • Must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately
  • Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
  • Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.
  • Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment
  • Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Company Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k + Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
  • And more!

Schedule:

7pm-5:30am

Pay Range:

$23.00 - $24.00 per hour

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

#Indeed

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

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Maersk

Forklift Operator - Hayward, CA.

Hayward, California
On-site
$23.00 - $24.00 / hour

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