The Proterra Story

Communities are growing and evolving, and with that, our transportation needs are changing. Now more than ever, we need smart solutions that provide safer, more reliable and cleaner transit. Every day, Proterra works to meet those needs, with the world’s best-performing zero-emission buses. Our revolutionary battery-electric buses help fleet operators abandon fossil fuels, improve environmental quality and reduce operating costs. Join the Proterra Revolution.

Position Overview

This position will provide comprehensive material handlers support to Proterra’s Los Angeles Site Warehouse Manager and other site leadership team members. You will be responsible for providing a full range of material handling solutions to client groups at the site and be in an environment where you can have a greater impact.

About the Role – You will:

• Load and unload materials in warehouse and storage facilities; receive materials into the Company system and verify materials against Pack Lists to ensure the accuracy of the delivery; count and weigh parts to check quantity accuracy and contact the buying team when shipment is inaccurate to rectify the discrepancy.
• Pick parts for shipment and packaging according to shipping procedures. Complete the appropriate paperwork to ship the product.
• Pick parts for kitting and packages according to the pick list kitting procedures. Complete the appropriate paperwork for the kitting process. Performs the transactions in the system to consume the parts pulled for the kit carts.
• Perform transactions in the inventory system to enter new quantities and during shipping transactions to remove inventory from stock. Uses material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, order-pickers and dollies to bring products and materials to an appropriate location.
• Issue materials to departments in the organization upon request. This involves transacting inventory quantities to the department and delivering the parts to the work area. Monitor the inventory and reports discrepancies in quantities to Supervisor.
• Stock replenishment and rotation where needed; assist with Cycle Counting.
• Transfer parts between bin locations with the Company Operation System and prepare and package parts to be shipped.
• Perform 5S duties within the Warehouse and other duties as assigned by management.

About Our Group:

• As strategic partners, the Warehouse team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us do great things for our company.
• We strive to provide the highest level service and support to our clients each and every day.
• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
• We treat each other with respect……and always try to have a little fun every day!
• This position will be part of the Los Angeles based Warehouse team that supports Proterra’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations in Los Angeles, CA.
• You will report to the Site Warehouse Manager and collaborate with other Warehouse team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and other manufacturing facility in Greenville, SC.

About You:

• Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

Your Experience Includes:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ year material handling or logistics/shipping and receiving experience
• Proficient skills in the following: math and computer
• Powered Industrial Truck certification/training
• Physical Demands:
  • May work various shifts as needed; may be requested to travel to different locations.
  • Lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds.
  • Able to walk, stand, crouch, bench, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces.
  • Good eye/hand coordination and ability to identify color variations, depth perceptions and close or distance visual items.
  • Manual dexterity with occasional repetitive finger motion.
• Environmental Demands:
  • Ability to work in manufacturing environment with extreme heat and cold conditions.
  • Wear protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment.
  • Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.

**Location: **City of Industry, CA (may work variable shifts based on business need)
**Travel: **0 - 10%

_Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).  _

Qualifications

Preferred

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)