Warehouse Associate - Hazardous, Shipping, Manufacturing

CBRE is hiring a Warehouse Associate on behalf of a leading global technology manufacturer in San Jose, CA. In this hands-on role, you'll support the safe handling, labeling, storage, and shipment of materials, including hazardous materials, while ensuring compliance with shipping regulations and safety standards. You'll play a critical role in keeping operations running efficiently by preparing shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, loading and unloading freight, and coordinating logistics activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documents and shipping orders.
• Pack, seal, and label materials for shipping using the most cost-effective method.
• Examine contents and compare with records to verify the accuracy of outgoing shipments.
• Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, and damages and discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, and record-keeping purposes.
• Contact carrier representatives to make arrangements and issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
• Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
• Keep records on the use and damage of stock or stock handling equipment.
• Work closely with customers, subcontractors, engineers, designers, project managers, sales, shipping and receiving, and panel shop to facilitate on-time and on-budget projects.
• Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems with little or no precedent; may recommend new techniques.
• Suggest improvements to existing processes and solutions to enhance team efficiency.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 3-4 years of job-related experience.
• Physical requirements include stooping, standing, climbing, and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Comprehensive understanding of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within the job function.
• Ability to evaluate and communicate unusual and/or complex content concisely and logically.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Advanced organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills, including calculating percentages, discounts, and markups.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Benefits start on the 1st of the month: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k match, and paid holidays.
• Internal advancement opportunities available after 6 months.
• Work-life balance with a 40-45 hour workweek.
• 401(K), dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, and vision insurance.

Pay

The minimum salary for this position is $25 per hour, and the maximum salary is $30 per hour. Compensation will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.