General Warehouse / Hazmat Material Handler

California Chemical is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Warehouse Material Handler / Forklift Operator to join our team. This role is responsible for loading and unloading trucks using a sit-down forklift, as well as organizing inventory and preparing materials for shipment in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The position requires strict adherence to safety standards and company procedures. The ideal candidate will have prior warehouse experience, experience operating a sit-down forklift, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and strong attention to detail. This individual must also communicate effectively with team members and contribute to a collaborative work environment while supporting overall warehouse operations.

Working Schedule:

5:00 AM - 1:30 PM Responsibilities • Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes with full adherence to them. Conduct chemical bulking/consolidation as required. Ensure work area is maintained in a neat and orderly manner. Participate in spill response as needed. Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance. Operate forklift. Loading and unloading of trailers. loading shipments/order in accordance with the latest requirements under DOT , Hazardous Materials , CHP regulations on weigh limits and trailer weight load distribution . Assist with all California Chemical activities on site as needed. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of California Chemical business operations. Load / unload trucks, tankers and trailers and complete receiving documentation and entries into the SAP system. Stack / load pallets and transport material by operating different types of material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, electric pallet jack). Sort and stock materials, perform product identification and damage inspection. Maintain accurate and complete inventory control of materials stored in the main and satellite warehouses. Conduct scheduled cycle counts and physical inventories. Research, reconcile and correct inventory discrepancies. Responsible for the internal delivery of materials to the appropriate facility locations. Maintain current logs in an accurate and legible manner (e.g. housekeeping log, forklift checklist, etc.) in accordance with departmental procedures. Strict adherence to procedures and practices Strong emphasis on documentation Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies. Skills Proven experience as a Hazmat Material Handler, Railcar loading and unloading, Warehouse Associate or similar position Familiarity with voice picking systems or RF devices is a plus Experience in using warehouse equipment (e.g. forklifts, pallet jacks) Strong communication skills Attention to detail Organizational skills Ability to meet the physical demands of the job License to operate forklifts Availability to occasionally work overtime High school diploma

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Experience:

Warehouse:

3 years (Required) Chemical handling: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Forklift Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person