Occupation information for Laborers and Freight, Stock, a... California

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Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.
• Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.
• Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.

Tools:

• Forklifts
• Hoists
• Pallet trucks
• Track cranes
• Wrapping machinery

Technology:

• Data base user interface and query software
• Electronic mail software
• Inventory management software
• Spreadsheet software
• Word processing software

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