Material Handler - Temporary

Bio-Rad Laboratories•Richmond, CA

About The Position

The Material Handler supports distribution operations across material-handling functions, including verifying picked and staged materials for shipping; making boxes; labeling; processing in cold environments; picking, packing, sorting carrier packages, stacking pallets, and wrapping and strapping pallets. The role also involves cleaning safely, breaking down packages, inspecting products for defects, and sorting and separating freight. The goal is to meet daily shipping objectives. The position requires dependable attendance, flexibility to move between tasks as operational demands change, productivity in completing competing priorities, and consistent attention to safety. The work involves moving upright for 6 to 10 hours in a paced environment and lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds. This is a temporary associate position managed directly through Bio-Rad’s approved agency provider. The estimated hourly pay range is $17.79 to $24.52; actual compensation is determined at offer based on factors including location, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Requirements

Dependability, a strong work ethic, and a positive, motivated attitude.
Basic warehouse experience and understanding of warehouse layout and distribution functions.
Basic computer skills, including experience using a warehouse management system and applicable programs.
Ability to work in a paced environment while moving upright for 6 to 10 hours.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions.
Ability to use an RF scanning device.
Self-motivation to complete work correctly the first time.
Experience and ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other applicable workplace equipment.
Basic problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work while remaining flexible and adaptable.
Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Related experience in a warehouse facility.

Responsibilities

Verify that materials picked and staged are ready for shipping.
Make boxes and label packages.
Process materials in cold environments.
Pick materials while walking and pack while standing.
Sort carrier packages and freight.
Stack, wrap, and strap pallets.
Break down packages and inspect products for defects.
Clean safely while working and remain alert to surroundings.
Meet daily shipping objectives.
Attend work on time as scheduled, plan days off, and follow break and lunch schedules.
Work with peers, learn operations, and change tasks rapidly to support daily demands.
Stay focused and complete competing priorities promptly.