Material Handler / Driver

WET Design•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

WET is seeking a dependable Material Handler / Driver to support its Burbank fabrication operations. The position handles raw materials and finished parts from receiving through production, operating a company truck, forklift, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment. The role helps maintain organized, clean, and safe material yards, staging areas, and production spaces while supporting production schedules and finished-assembly quality. The successful candidate works independently, communicates clearly, and demonstrates safe equipment operation, careful material handling, organization, reliability, and attention to detail. The role may also support other shop areas and production tasks as directed. Forklift certification is required, and WET can provide onsite certification as needed. The position requires the ability to lift and move items weighing 50 pounds or more, with reasonable accommodation as applicable, and to remain active for at least eight hours per day. Overtime and weekend availability are required as production needs dictate.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience driving a company truck and operating a forklift in a production or manufacturing environment.
Three or more years of material handling experience using forklifts, company trucks, and pallet jacks.
Clean DMV driving record and a Class 3 license.
Forklift certification; onsite certification can be provided by WET as needed.
Strong spatial awareness and ability to safely maneuver equipment in a busy shop environment.
Ability to read and follow material lists, work orders, and verbal instructions.
Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
Clear communication skills, including the ability to understand and respond to radio messages, equipment alarms, and verbal instructions.
Willingness to cross-train and support other shop areas as needed.
Ability to lift and move items weighing 50 pounds or more, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
Ability to stand and remain active for a minimum of eight hours per day.
Availability to work overtime and weekends as production needs require.

Responsibilities

Receive raw material deliveries, unload trucks, and transport materials to designated storage or production locations.
Operate a company truck to pick up, deliver, and transport materials as required.
Operate a forklift to move raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts throughout the facility and material yard.
Load, unload, stage, and organize materials according to production needs and established procedures.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe material yard and staging areas.
Verify materials, quantities, and locations, and accurately document receiving and movement activities as required.
Monitor material inventory and notify the supervisor when stock is low and reordering is needed.
Use pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment to move items safely and efficiently.
Perform routine equipment checks, including startup, shutdown, inspection, lubrication of critical points, and minor repairs.
Follow established safety procedures, company policies, and work conduct requirements.
Support other shop areas, equipment, and production tasks as directed.