**Job Summary:**
Operates stand-up electric forklift and electric pallet jack to move pallets of merchandise from delivery trailers to receiving dock. Checks goods against freight bill. Organizes received pallets in stacked rows to be cleared by merchandising drivers. Manually stacks and down stacks merchandise.
**Responsibilities:**
-Operates stand-up electric forklift and electric pallet jack to move pallets of merchandise from inside delivery trailers to the receiving dock to be checked in, and then hauls to floor. Safely stacks staged items in receiving for the day’s sales.
-Wraps and bands pallets of goods with plastic wrap and moves into rows of stacked pallets in receiving for transport to the floor.
-Completes daily forklift safety checklist and follows safety procedures. Checks to see that all truck wheels are chocked and dock lock is in place before entering the truck. Changes out forklift batteries and hooks batteries up to battery charger.
-Communicates with floor managers and merchandising drivers to set priorities and determine pallet organization.
-Manually stacks non-palleted merchandise or merchandise from damaged or unacceptable pallets onto Costco-approved pallets and secures to pallet with banding or plastic wrap. Down-stacks and separates mixed item pallets for checking. Pulls pallets with manual pallet jack and stocks merchandise as needed.
-Counts and checks merchandise against freight bill opens boxes and cartons with box knife to verify product and counts. Notifies Receiving Manager of any damaged or mis-shipped items. Signs freight bill as the first receiver. Assists with second receiving. Scans / Keys received goods into computer using radio frequency computer gun verifies UPC and item. Uses gun to order the printing of pallet tags and UPC stickers.
-Log goods and delivers to floor on flatbed or cart after opening.
-Loads merchandise and empty pallets to be shipped out onto trucks using manual pallet jack and hand truck. Loads recycled and cardboard bales onto truck.
-Maintains clean and safe forklift and work area and floors. Clears receiving dock of any debris or trip hazards. Ensures safe pallet placement.
-Monitors all merchandise into and out of building. Monitors people entering or leaving the building prior to opening as needed for secure building access and follows security procedures (as needed if Receiving Clerk not present).
-Provides prompt and courteous member service. Helps members to load large items in their cart and auto, directs members to products, and relates product status knowledge.
- Performs duties of Receiving Clerk as needed (depends on warehouse). ·
-Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials.
-Regular and reliable workplace attendance at your assigned location.
- Forklift, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, battery charger, radio frequency computer gun, Box Knife.
-Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.
Non-Essential Functions :
-Assists with front-end duties as necessary.
-Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.
-Cash register, tabletop/hand-held scanners, carts, flatbeds
**Experience:**
- , Electric Pallet Jack Certification (before operating EPJ), Forklift Driver Certification (before operating forklift).
-Must be current on annual safety training within 30 days of hire
**Requirements:**
- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical duties as required
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory management
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to obtain Costco Forklift and EPJ Certification
This position offers competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, and a dynamic work environment. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute your skills to our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.50 - $29.90 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Honolulu, HI 96817: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person