Yard Traffic Controller/Controlador de Tráfico en Patio Matus International, Inc. - 4.0 Long Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $18 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Spanish English High school diploma or GED Dispatching Warehouse experience Full Job Description Company Overview Matus International, Inc. is dedicated to providing exceptional shipping services with a focus on fostering growth and building lasting relationships with clients. We prioritize integrity, responsibility, and results-oriented approaches to ensure our team members achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals. Position Summary The Yard Traffic Controller is responsible for directing and coordinating all vehicle and equipment movement within the yard to ensure safe, efficient, and organized operations. This position serves as the central point of communication between truck drivers, forklift operators, warehouse personnel, and operations staff to minimize congestion, maintain safety standards, and ensure timely movement of cargo and vehicles. El Controlador de Tráfico en Patio es responsable de dirigir y coordinar todos los movimientos de vehículos y equipos dentro del patio para garantizar operaciones seguras, eficientes y organizadas. Este puesto actúa como punto central de comunicación entre conductores de camiones, operadores de montacargas, personal de almacén y personal de operaciones para minimizar la congestión, mantener los estándares de seguridad y asegurar el movimiento oportuno de carga y vehículos. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Direct all inbound and outbound truck traffic within the facility. Coordinate the movement of vehicles between receiving, inspection, storage, loading, and shipping areas. Maintain an organized traffic flow to prevent congestion and delays. Assign parking locations for trailers, containers, and vehicles. Communicate with warehouse personnel regarding loading and unloading priorities. Ensure drivers follow all company safety procedures while on company property. Verify truck, trailer, and driver information to include scheduled appointments before allowing entry into designated areas. Monitor yard capacity and notify management when space limitations arise. Maintain radio communication with forklift operators, supervisors, dispatch, and warehouse personnel. Report accidents, property damage, unsafe conditions, or traffic incidents immediately. Responsible for managing and scheduling appointments of deliveries. Ensure emergency access lanes remain clear at all times. Monitor compliance with speed limits and traffic regulations within the yard. Document vehicle movements, delays, incidents, and operational issues. Assist during emergency situations by directing traffic safely. Perform additional duties as assigned by management. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, transportation, or yard operations preferred. Strong verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Basic computer and radio communication skills. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Join us at Matus International to be a key player in our logistics network! Your proactive approach will help us deliver outstanding service while maintaining safety standards across our yard operations. We value energetic team members who are committed to excellence in transportation planning, dispatching, and customer support.

Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person