Scrap Metal Worker/Forklift Operator Mana Scrap Recycling Corporation - 5.0 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time From $18.50 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Paid sick time Qualifications Forklift Certification Bilingual Lifting equipment Spanish Warehouse management system Forklift High school diploma or GED Warehouse experience Industrial equipment Materials handling Material handling equipment operation Full Job Description Job Overview Join our dynamic team as a Scrap Metal Worker and Forklift Operator, where you'll play a vital role in efficiently handling scrap materials and ensuring smooth warehouse operations. This energetic position combines manual materials handling with skilled forklift operation, including various types of equipment such as reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks. Your proactive approach will help maintain safety standards and optimize inventory management in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on physical activity, enjoy operating heavy equipment, and are committed to safety and accuracy, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a thriving industrial operation. Responsibilities Safely operate a variety of warehouse equipment including forklifts (lift trucks), reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo forklifts, and pallet jacks to load, unload, and move scrap metal materials. Perform manual handling tasks such as heavy lifting and materials transfer with proper techniques to prevent injury. Manage inventory using warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanning for logistics, and order picker tools to ensure accurate stock levels. Assist with shipping & receiving processes by verifying incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation and barcode scanning compliance. Conduct routine equipment inspections and minor repairs to maintain optimal operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment while adhering to OSHA safety standards. Follow warehouse safety protocols including OSHA regulations, forklift safety protocols, and general warehouse safety standards in production environments. Support warehouse distribution activities by organizing materials efficiently, participating in order picking processes, and ensuring timely load & unload operations. Experience Proven experience operating various types of material handling equipment such as forklifts (including reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks), pallet jacks, Hi-Lo forklifts, and load & unload machinery. Strong knowledge of warehouse operations including inventory management systems (WMS), shipping & receiving procedures, and barcode scanning logistics. Familiarity with warehouse safety standards in production environments and OSHA regulations related to heavy equipment operation. Prior experience in warehouse management or supervision is a plus but not required; willingness to learn warehouse management systems is essential. Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely with basic math skills for inventory counts and measurements. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in fast-paced settings while maintaining high safety standards. Join us in this energetic role where your skills will directly impact our operational success! We value safety-minded individuals who are eager to operate heavy equipment responsibly while contributing to a well-organized warehouse environment. Your dedication will help us keep our processes smooth, safe, and productive every day!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.50 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 46.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid sick time

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Forklift:

1 year (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

Forklift Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Los Angeles, CA 90023 (Required)

Work Location:

In person