Warehouse Operations Specialist
About The Position
The Warehouse Operations Specialist oversees parts fulfillment, inventory accuracy, and standardized workflows at Toyota’s Irvine Commercial Warehouse. The role combines hands-on daily warehouse execution with continuous process improvement. Daily work includes pulling child parts, processing transactions in Syspro, scanning parts with Toyota applications, and packing returnable totes. The specialist also helps identify workflow bottlenecks and drafts and maintains Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs). The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM PST. Flexibility to support overtime or adjusted hours during peak-season demands is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 3–5 years of progressive warehouse, inventory control, or shipping/receiving experience.
- Ability to achieve internal certification upon hire covering sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to produce clear, concise, effective documentation.
- Solid working knowledge of warehouse organization.
- Strict adherence to safety protocols, including required safety-toe shoes and PPE.
- Active focus and situational awareness around moving machinery; personal mobile device usage is restricted to scheduled breaks and lunch.
- Flexibility to support overtime or adjusted hours during peak-season demands.
Nice To Haves
- Warehouse experience in an automotive, manufacturing, or motorsports environment.
- Prior experience with warehouse management systems.
- Experience with Syspro and Toyota software.
Responsibilities
- Pull and kit child parts and commercial components accurately according to the daily schedule.
- Pack orders into designated returnable totes according to NAMC guidelines and packaging standards.
- Safely and efficiently operate warehouse equipment, including strapping machines, forklifts, and electric or manual pallet jacks.
- Support receiving and staging, trailer loading and unloading, and freight inspections for damage or discrepancies.
- Process real-time inventory movements, receipts, transfers, and adjustments in Syspro.
- Use Toyota applications and barcoding systems to track parts, confirm picks, and verify tote assignments.
- Monitor stock thresholds and perform routine cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Identify, isolate, and log non-conforming or damaged parts.
- Evaluate fulfillment, staging, and storage workflows to identify inefficiencies, safety risks, or quality bottlenecks.
- Review and update SOPs, Work Instructions, and visual job aids for warehouse tasks.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of warehouse flow and floor layout.
- Follow uniform, PPE, and safety requirements and take ownership of quality, quota targets, and inventory integrity.
- Demonstrate a supportive, coaching mindset toward teammates.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program, if applicable.
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for the employee’s family.
- Flexible work options based on business needs.
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and an annual retirement contribution regardless of employee contribution.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.
- Tax-advantaged accounts, including Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
