Forklift Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ecolab, the global leader of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team at our BRAND NEW facility in San Bernardino, CA ! This role is responsible for the accurate and timely picking, packing, preparation, and shipping of all customer orders.

Additionally, the role is responsible for accurate material handling and cycle count functions.

What’s in it For You :

Be a part of the groundbreaking team to help launch this newly built distribution center

Help shape the future of Ecolab logistics in San Bernardino

The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

Comprehensive benefits package starting day one of employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

to see our benefits.

What You Will Do :

Manually picks full-case orders and stacks them onto pallets using a scanner / tablet

Ensure proper staging and identification once an order has been completely picked

Use various pieces of equipment (manual pallet jack, electric pallet jack, reach truck and propane lift) to move pallets

Verify quantities, quality of items and proper labeling of products that are being shipped

Examine all packaging and contents of items for quality

Verify all packaging information against the packing list and SAP

Coordinate with other departments such as customer service, production, instant and small pack

Manage shipping box assembly, induction for packaging and label preparation / application

Load trailers with packed boxes and pallets

Identify items with a quantity discrepancy and promptly communicate with Supervisor and / or Lead

Maintain the 5S cleanliness of the picking area and pulls completed shrink-wrapped orders to the dock for packers

Follow all safety procedures and policies

Follow all warehouse procedures and policies

Other duties as assigned

Position Details :

Plant location : San Bernardino, CA

3rd shift : Sunday- Thursday , 9 : 30 PM - 6 : 00 AM ; $24.00 / hour + $1.50 / hour shift differential

Minimum Qualifications :

High School diploma or GED

Previous plant or warehouse experience

Previous forklift operating experience

No immigration sponsorship offered for this role

Physical Demands :

Must be able to lift / carry 50lbs

Must be able to pass a drug screen

Preferred Qualifications :

Excellent communication and time management skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range :

$24.00 / hour. This position pays an hourly rate, plus $1.50 / hour shift premium, and is eligible for overtime.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range is based on full-time 40 hours per week. Ecolab in good faith anticipates it will pay within the posted range.

Many factors are taken into consideration when determining the compensation for a potential new employee such as education, training, experience, work location, travel (if required), etc.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

Ecolab has the following US benefit offerings : Medical / Prescription Coverage, Health Savings Account, Wellness Program, Dental, Vison, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care, Limited Purpose Health Care, Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance Plans (Basic Life, Optional Employee Life, Spouse Domestic Partner Life, Dependent Child(ren) Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Business and Travel Insurance), Disability (Short-Term, Long-Term and Optional Long-Term), 401k Savings Plan, Pension Plan, Retirement Health Care Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Full-Time Associates), Long-Term Incentives (Executive Level), Short-Term Incentives, Group Legal Services, Education Assistance Program, Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Jury Duty and Bereavement leave), Parental Leave (Medical / Short-Term Disability and Paid Parental Leave), Adoption Assistance, Discount on Day Care Services, Caregiver Services and Voluntary Benefits (Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Auto and Homeowners Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Employee Discount Program).

On-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. for additional benefits information.

Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best.

We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance.

In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.