Job Title: Forklift Operator/Quality Technician
Location: Riverside, CA
Type: Contract
Compensation: $20.50 per hour
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 12:00PM – 8:30PM

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing Quality Control procedures, specifications, testing, and product verification for adhesives, mortars, textured coatings, and paint-specialty products.
• Review and analyze incoming raw materials and other products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Support QC supervisor in controlling product flow, including raw materials, packaging, manufactured products, and customer returns.
• Perform physical quality control tests such as density, flow, and color checks using spectrometers and other laboratory instruments.
• Operate forklift (after training) for moving pallets and materials; occasionally climb silos with safety gear as needed.
• Monitor test results, maintain accurate records in notebooks and electronic systems, and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Ensure all lab policies and safety procedures are followed; keep the laboratory environment organized and clean.
• Control the conformance of unloading procedures, supervise raw material receipt, and report discrepancies to management.
• Assist in process improvements and adhere to safety rules at all times.
• Work closely with QA, R&D, Plant Managers, and production personnel to maintain quality standards.

• HS diploma or equivalent; manufacturing or laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Proficient in measuring liquids and powders, and capable of using laboratory instruments.
• Intermediate knowledge of PC computers and Windows software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and memos.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Willingness to obtain forklift license and perform tasks involving climbing silos with safety gear.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.