Yard Jockey jobs in California

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor. 9 : 00pm -6 : 30am. This position will involve a variety of responsibilities / tasks including, moving trailers through the yard, moving materials through the warehouse facility.

The incumbent will perform general warehouse duties including shipping / receiving, picking and packing orders, and other warehouse related job tasks as assigned while meeting company standards of safety, security and productivity.

Yard Shunter :

Safe and efficient movement of trailers in and out of dock doors.

Maintain routine radio communication with yard control.

Daily inspection of truck.

Backing trailers into designated areas as requested.

Check tires and do circle checks to make sure trailers are capable to move.

Performing and documenting daily pre-trip inspections of the truck.

Monitor truck condition and communicate when repairs are required.

Perform minor repairs (change lights, fuses, etc.).

Other duties as assigned.

MHE Operator :

Loads, unloads, moves, stacks and stages products and materials using a reach truck or other power equipment.

Pulls and prepares product for shipment, ensuring exact number and type of product is loaded. Stack skids or pallets in designated areas.

Performs picking duties in efficient manner that meets both company and customer standards.

Maintains cleanliness and safety of equipment, performs operator checks and reports service requests as needed.

Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.

Interact with Customer Service Representative, Logistics Coordinator or Driver to work as a team when shipping and receiving loads.

Actively communicate with supervisors and operators to effectively handle material and notify them of problems / concerns.

Verify and sign applicable driver documentation as required.

As a team member work closely with company employees in a team-oriented environment.

Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years warehouse experience, with a minimum of (1) one-year operating material handling equipment (MHE) and a proven track record for safety.

Previous experience with RF based Warehouse Management System (WMS), preferably Red Prairie.

Minimum of 5 years’ Shunting experience.

COMPETENCIES

SKILLS

Knowledge of warehouse processes including; receiving, order picking, shipping and inventory control.

Organizational skills with varying degrees of independence, judgment and discretion

English communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to follow instructions and work independently

Thorough knowledge of company equipment

Thorough knowledge of company policies and procedures

Strong interpersonal and team work skills

Service orientated with strong customer service skills and commitment to quality of work

Strong team player, but also able to work effectively independently

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills - able to follow instructions

OUR WAY CULTURE (TEAM CUSTOMER COMPANY WORLD)

As a team member works collaboratively with Metro employees in a team-oriented environment.

Exceptional customer service attitude.

Looks for ways to say Yes to the customer (internal and external).

Promote and support team member driven social initiatives.

Follow established processes and achieve customer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Commitment to quality of work.

Approachable, positive interpersonal style.

Maintain open honest relationships.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Without compromise maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Follows the Occupational Health and Safety Act including Safety, Violence and Harassment laws.

Reports any hazards in the workplace to management.

Must not put other workers at risk by their actions.

Ensures safety accident and incidents are immediately reported to management.

Completes daily Material Handling Equipment (MHE) audits identifying any possible safety hazards.

Last updated : 2024-05-12