Driver

Rocket Lab Corporation • Long Beach, CA

11h • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Driver will join our shipping and receiving department in Long Beach, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for activities related to the movement of materials or finished goods throughout Southern California, as well as our Long Beach facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and 1+ years’ experience, with some experience also driving company owned vehicles.
• Valid driver’s license with no history of suspensions
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. unassisted on a regular basis.
• Ability to push and pull on a regular basis up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to drive large vehicles on public and private roads with minimum incidents.
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Ability to stand and walk for sustained periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.

Nice To Haves

• Current Forklift Certification
• Material handling experience preferred
• Experience with heavy equipment (sit down and stand up forklifts) preferred
• Moderate to extensive experience driving large vehicles
• Related experience in shipping and receiving preferred
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work on multiple tasks
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Ability to deal with variable situations and make good decisions based on business needs
• Familiarity with freight carriers such as FedEx, UPS, DHL, and common truck carriers
• Experience in a customer service environment

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security and accountability of materials and goods to and from local business partners (within 120-mile radius) performing work for Rocket Lab
• Ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and/or products are shipped as per sales/marketing schedules
• Establish and modify operational methods and procedures as necessary
• Perform the physical or administrative tasks involved in the distributing of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment to local business partners as well as all Rocket Lab sites
• Lift heavy items and operate a forklift (once certified)
• Safely deliver and pick up material to and from local business partners and deliver to end users
• Handle hazardous material in accordance with company procedures
• Ensure traceability of all material and goods being transported through the use of ERP system and handheld devices
• Driving material and goods between business partners and Rocket Lab owned warehouses locally
• Tracking material and goods within Rocket Lab tracking system as they travel
• Communicating status of deliveries of material and goods as they travel
• Assist with urgent requests relating directly to our ability to meet production schedules and/or ship product as per sales/marketing schedules
• Adhere to all local and state driving laws, company safety policies, and ensure safe handling of all materials
• Interact professionally with suppliers and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during pickups or deliveries promptly and effectively

Benefits

• Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED