Material Handling Laborer

Overview

Perform furniture installation, moves, shipping, and equipment operation in warehouse logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• customer coordination
• packaging
• equipment operation
• shipment inspection
• inventory control
• freight reporting

Tasks

-Coordinate with customers upon shipment arrival and schedule delivery; obtain signatures when required. -Prepare and package items for shipment, including shrink-wrapping and labeling. -Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and shrink wrap machines. -Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy. -Conduct inventories of equipment, supplies, and property. -Document and report any missing or lost freight, including items that have been signed for. -Disassemble and reassemble furniture according to manufacturer specifications to avoid damage. -Maintain forklift certification and adhere to all safety protocols. -Perform physical moves of furniture, supplies, and assets to/from the warehouse and between buildings. -Maintain detailed shipping/receiving logs, including carrier driver logs and delivery tickets. -Perform occasional weekend or after-hours work as needed.

Requirements

• forklift
• box truck
• commercial license
• inventory management
• furniture installation
• cbp clearance

What You Bring

-Basic recordkeeping and inventory management knowledge. -Proven track record of reliability, responsibility, and professionalism in a labor-intensive role. -Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. -Ability to operate a 26-foot box truck. -Valid license and experience operating a 26-foot commercial truck -Prior experience in warehouse operations or asset management. -Ability to safely move and transport office equipment and furniture within buildings. -Installation knowledge of Knoll Morrison, Steelcase Context modular workstations on a raised floor, Jofco, Knoll and Haworth conference room furniture, Herman Miller modular furniture, Task Seating and other systems furniture. -Proficiency in assembling/disassembling furniture in accordance with manufacturer standards. -Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and shrink-wrap machines. -Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / CBP clearance.

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About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

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Security Clearance

-must obtain and maintain a public trust / cbp clearance.