Warehouse Forklift and Crane Operator - Vernon, United States - Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporate

Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporate

Verified Company

Vernon, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

See yourself at Odyssey

Join the team as our new Warehouse Forklift and Crane Operator

Who We Are & Why We're Hiring

Odyssey Specialized Transport and Warehouse, offers flatbed trucking and warehousing services, respectively. Together, these subdivisions provide a seamless, cost-effective and comprehensive logistics solution for the North American metals industry.

Based in vibrant Vernon, CA, Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We're actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us

About the Job:

The primary responsibility of this position is to safely manage warehouse inventory through the receiving and shipping process and to move product with the use of large capacity (5k - 52k lbs.) forklifts and driven overhead gantry cranes, once training is complete.

Labor conducted by this role is physical in nature, performed in confined spaces, with higher-than-normal temperatures.

In This Role, You Will:

Open warehouse and prepare for workday; lights, doors, etc.
Work on warehouse floor, in servicing yard and inside of containers (confined spaces) to perform the following functions:
Remove wood blocking/bracing supporting product
Conduct banding and strapping functions
Assist with warehouse cleanup after material movement
Operate driven gantry cranes and large capacity forklifts (15k 52k lbs.) to safely move product.
Follow company guidelines and procedures for proper warning signals when operating cranes and forklifts.
Ensure equipment is not overloaded.
Follow company guidelines and procedures for the safe loading and unloading of material.
Lift and move around the warehouse materials and containers up to and greater than 50 lbs., following safe lifting protocols.
Pull work orders.
Receive and ship product through inbound/outbound scanning process using a handheld scanner.
Inspect material and make notations of any exceptions and or damages for all inbound and outbound shipments.
Organize material and inventory within the warehouse.
Work inside of containers (confined spaces) to perform duties around wood removal, cleanup, banding and strapping
Package steel coils and prepare them for shipment.
Remove and secure bulkheads against steel coils in railcars.
Remove debris and clean out railcars prior to loading.
Communicate any incidents, accidents, damages, claims to management immediately.
Use company guidelines and instructions to properly signal information and instructions to crane operator(s).
Use company guidelines, instructions, policies, procedures, and follow OSHA regulations in the performance of all job functions.
Perform regular and routine inspection of equipment and monitor fluid levels to ensure optimum performance of equipment and safety.
Ensure inventory and material is stored safely and blocked properly.
Ensure work environment and areas are clean.
Complete daily paperwork and record data.
Participate in meetings, and on committees as instructed or needed.
Participate in cross training, development programs and obtain any certifications as needed or requested by management.
Ensure proper personal protective equipment is in good repair and worn in accordance with OSHA regulations and Company policy.
ALL OTHER DUTIES AND PROJECTS AS ASSIGNED.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
A minimum of one year of experience in a work environment with confined spaces and physically intense labor, such as breaking down crates, and banding and strapping materials.
Previous experience working in transportation or metals warehousing industry is preferred.
Experience with forklifts, driven overhead gantry cranes, track mobile, and handheld RFID scanners is preferred.
Microsoft Office literate with ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.

Location:

This is an in-office role based in Vernon, CA

Shift:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, Odyssey provides a range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements.

Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including:
your specific skills and experience, geographic location, or other relevant factors. The salary range for this position may be lower or higher in different markets.

We offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options.
Vision insurance;
Companypaid dental and life/disability Plans;
401K with company match;
Preferred vendor discounts;
Competitive Paid Time Off.

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified Applican