Forklift Operator

Company Overview:

Sonsray Inc. is a privately-owned and operated company. From the borders of Mexico to Canada we cover, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, New York, and New Jersey making us the largest Thermo King transport refrigeration & temperature control equipment dealership family in North America with 11 locations and growing as well as CASE CNH Construction and Agricultural Equipment Dealerships on the West Coast.  Our Sonsray team is a growing dynamic company with over 600 employees and 30+ combined locations for new & used equipment sales, genuine parts, factory-authorized warranty repair, fleet maintenance, and rentals that offer a unique environment fostering individual growth and rewards performance. Sonsray, Inc. features factory training technician programs, and state-of-the-art shops equipped with modern diagnostic tools providing our staff with proper technology and training for their day-to-day business operations.

As we continue to grow, our Sonsray Fleet Services division is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our Thermo King dealership in Vernon, CA. The position reports to the Service Manager.

The Forklift Operator will support our Parts and Service Department team and will be responsible for operating a stand-up forklift to safely transport pallets and large refrigeration equipment to the appropriate location in the warehouse, yard, truck, and/or trailer. The Forklift Operator will also be responsible for organizing and stocking parts in the warehouse and handling shipping and receiving.

ESSENTIAL JOB AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate warehouse equipment (Hand truck, sit-down forklift, and pallet jack) to move stock and reorganize inventory.
• Load and unload pallets of parts, engines, and refrigeration units onto trailers, vans, flatbeds, containers, and warehouse racks.
• Receive and route incoming freight to proper specified areas in the warehouse and yard using necessary equipment.
• Responsible for stocking, restocking, staging, and organizing parts and refrigeration units in the warehouse.
• Prepare orders for shipment by pulling cartons/pallets, wrapping, packing, and labeling the products.
• Follow written instructions on shipping orders and/or pick lists.
• Responsible for inventory cycle counts.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping warehouse, shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; maintaining a clean shipping supply area; complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Inspect warehouse equipment at the start /end of the shift.
• Label cartons as needed.
• Retrieve product from upper racks as needed for employees.
• Use hand-held RF guns/scanners to record the relocation of products from storage to the staging area.
• Comply with all road signs and operate vehicles within their limits and weather environment. 
• Follow all Auto and Equipment Safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments.
• Perform miscellaneous related duties as required and assigned by the manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1+ years of warehouse experience and operating a forklift is necessary.
• Able to maneuver large equipment while driving a forklift.
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Parts knowledge is a plus.
• Help the team in keeping an organized and structured parts warehouse.
• Must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional and respectful dialogue with staff at all times.
• Ability to work well with other team members.
• Safety conscious, with the ability to follow rules and procedures.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Must be able to walk, use hands, and fingers, bend, carry, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 an hour DOE

Benefits Include:

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD&D coverage
• Voluntary LTD & Aflac
• 401K Matching
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday
• Birthday Perks
• Boot Allowance Program
• Uniforms Provided
• Fitness Facility Available