Warehouse worker & Forklift Operator-Bilingual (Eng/Sp.)

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled bilingual Warehouse Worker/Forklift Operator, fluent in English and Spanish, to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of products, and operating a multidirectional forklift. You will work closely with our team to maintain a safe and organized warehouse environment.

This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth within the company.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, and move aluminum products within the warehouse and onto delivery vehicles.
• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain organized storage areas and ensure proper labeling of products.
• Absorb support with inventory counts and stock rotation.
• Follow all safety protocols and company policies to prevent accidents and damage.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards promptly.
• Support other warehouse tasks as needed, including staging orders.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Valid forklift operator certification
• Proven experience as a forklift operator and warehouse worker
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety procedures and protocols
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling materials and recording information
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, twist, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with heavier items moved using mechanical equipment or team lifting procedures.
• Ability to climb on and off forklifts and access storage racks, trailers, and loading docks safely.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures, dust, noise levels, and changing weather conditions when working in outdoor loading areas.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate forklift controls, steering mechanisms, handheld scanners, and other equipment.
• Ability to maintain sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, to safely operate warehouse equipment, read labels and shipping documents, judge distances and clearances, identify hazards, and navigate warehouse aisles, loading docks, and pedestrian traffic areas.
• Ability to maintain sufficient hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to communicate effectively with coworkers, hear warning signals, backup alarms, horns, and other auditory cues necessary for safe warehouse operations.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surroundings and perform work safely in areas with moving equipment, vehicle traffic, and elevated storage locations.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks and remain alert and focused throughout the shift.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life, critical illness, accident and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs: Support programs for mental health, financial planning, and other personal needs.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays.