Ziglift Material Handling is one of the nation’s leading independent warehouse storage solutions companies. We have an immediate opening for a Warehouse Associate to join our team. Ziglift has seven locations in four states that specialize in providing innovative and cost-effective storage solutions for our customers.

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for assisting the warehouse team in handling inbound and outbound orders, sorting and organizing material inside the warehouse/outside in the yard, assist in light fabrication work and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment. This position reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Know the proper receiving and shipping process for inbound and outbound deliveries
• Assist in the manual loading and unloading of inventory from incoming or outbound trucks by hand or with the use of material handling equipment such as a forklift or pallet jack.
• Verify the inbound / outbound inventory and properly document it via the proper shipping receipts and packing slips
• Sort inventory received and re-bundle into safe and proper bundles when necessary
• Accurately label inventory and bundles of material
• Relocate and organize inventory into proper location
• Perform forklift duties, understand and know how to bundle and palletize loads properly, understand how to maximize truck loads safely and efficiently
• Prepare orders for shipping, verify quantities for accuracy, load trailers safely and efficiently
• Assist in cutting, grinding, painting and other preparation work for fabrication
• Develop and maintain excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment in the warehouse
• Assist in various warehouse maintenance tasks including sweeping the floors, storing equipment in proper location, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

• Operation of a forklift will be required so experience with a forklift is necessary.
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of external and internal customers, including warehouse workers, office personnel and Senior Management.
• Complete understanding of inventory control policies & procedures.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Prior warehouse material handling experience a plus
• Minimum one-year industry experience preferred
• High School Education or GED required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to drive and/or operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to operate a hand truck and pallet jack.
• Ability to operate a forklift, certification will be required after hire.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs.
• Read, comprehend, and complete basic checklists, forms, or other related documents.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Consistently at work and on time.
• Minimal travel to remote facilities, yards and projects in California.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $19.00-$21.00

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Plans

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Ziglift Material Handling is the industry’s leading expert in smart integrated warehouse storage solutions. With years of experience, the largest inventory of new & used equipment, and locations in California, Arizona, Indiana, and Texas, Ziglift’s capabilities and services extend throughout the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Forklift: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person