| Location | Fremont, CA |
| Salary | $22.50–$25 Per Hour |
Location: Fremont, CA 94538
Duration: 6 Months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift (possible late-afternoon shipments)
Hours: 40 hours per week; occasional overtime may be required
Compensation: $22.50–$25.00/hour (W2)
Employment Type: W2 (not open to C2C, 1099, or visa sponsorship)
Our client is seeking an experienced Logistics & Shipping Technician to support daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory management, material handling, and transportation coordination. This position requires hands-on forklift operation, accurate ERP transactions, preparation of shipping documentation, and compliance with safety and transportation regulations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and capable of managing multiple warehouse responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Receive, inspect, package, palletize, and prepare materials and compressed gas cylinders for shipment.
Prepare cylinders by removing old labels, painting, inspecting, labeling, barcode scanning, and securing materials on pallets.
Operate forklifts to safely load and unload trucks, shipping containers, and warehouse materials.
Process shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions using ERP systems.
Prepare and maintain accurate shipping documentation in accordance with DOT and applicable transportation regulations.
Coordinate pickups and deliveries with transportation carriers and internal departments.
Load and unload ocean freight containers, ensuring proper blocking and bracing in accordance with IMO, IMDG, and Customs requirements.
Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular inventory cycle counts.
Track materials and ensure accurate movement of products between warehouse storage locations.
Follow OSHA, HAZWOPER, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and other applicable safety procedures.
Identify and report potential safety hazards, quality concerns, and inventory discrepancies.
Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and security.
Complete all required safety training and operational certifications.
Collaborate with internal teams to maintain efficient shipping operations and meet productivity goals.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or inventory management.
Current forklift certification required.
Hands-on experience operating forklifts and handling warehouse materials.
Experience processing shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions in ERP systems.
Experience preparing international shipping documentation, including IMO, AES, and ISF filings.
Knowledge of DOT, IATA, IMDG, 49 CFR, and 15 CFR transportation regulations.
Understanding of chemical and compressed gas handling hazards and applicable safety procedures.
Familiarity with OSHA, MSDS/SDS, HAZWOPER, and LOTO safety requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Experience with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask, follow detailed work instructions, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment for 8 or more hours.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and climb ladders.
Ability to meet medical requirements for wearing a full-face respirator when necessary.
Experience handling compressed gas cylinders or industrial chemicals.
Experience coordinating domestic and international freight shipments.
Familiarity with ocean freight container loading and hazardous materials transportation.
Experience working in a regulated industrial or manufacturing warehouse environment.