Warehouse Loader-Santa Monica,CA | Hiring
Position in Santa Monica, CA
Position: Warehouse Loader (Flexible/Contract, Santa Monica) Company: Costco Location: Santa Monica, CA Status: New Santa Monica listing (actively interviewing). Required Experience: Entry-Level.
Salary: $19-$24/Hour (approx. $45.2k/Year) Benefits: A competitive compensation package is offered. Project-based work with clear objectives.
Position Scope
Core objectives involve your professional skills in Supply Chain Logistics.
- This Santa Monica-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Costco team in Santa Monica, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Monica, a key hub for the Supply Chain Logistics industry.
Warehouse Loader
About Costco
We operate high-volume membership warehouses that supply millions of households with essential goods and services. Our organization relies on efficient material handling to ensure merchandise reaches sales floors safely and on schedule. When you embark on a career in warehouse loader jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a structured workforce that prioritizes operational precision, physical safety standards, and strict adherence to standardized material handling protocols.
Job Summary
As a Warehouse Loader, you will directly support our members by staging and loading freight that fulfills daily warehouse inventory demands. Your precision ensures that millions of shoppers receive accurate, undamaged goods. You will serve as On-site, delivering the signature Methodical that sets Costco apart in the supply chain logistics.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Pallet Staging: Operate electric pallet jacks to stage 150 pallets of merchandise daily in designated staging lanes according to outbound truck routes.
- Container Loading: Utilize RF scanners to verify SKU numbers and load 45,000 pounds of freight per trailer while maintaining strict weight distribution standards.
- Safety Compliance: Inspect forklift braking systems and hydraulic lifts daily prior to shift operations, logging results in the OSHA compliance software.
- Inventory Organization: Consolidate partial pallets of stock to reclaim 20 percent of floor space in the primary staging warehouse.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We provide comprehensive financial and medical protections to support your long-term stability and physical well-being.
- Salary: $19.50–$24.00 per hour
- Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with premium contributions subsidized up to 85 percent by the employer.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) retirement savings plan featuring a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 5 percent of annual earnings.
- Paid Time Off: Accrued vacation time starting at 15 days per year alongside 9 paid corporate holidays.
Requirements & Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent educational qualification.
- Minimum of 12 months of experience operating electric pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts in a distribution center.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout an 8-hour shift.
- Valid certification to operate motorized material handling equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Warehouse Loader-Santa Monica,CA | Hiring position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $19 - $24. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Monica.
Where is this Warehouse Loader-Santa Monica,CA | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Santa Monica, CA. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Monica.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. Costco provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Warehouse Loader-Santa Monica,CA | Hiring job?
No prior experience is required. Costco provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
What are the physical requirements for this position?
This role involves team-lifting items weighing between 50 to 150+ pounds using proper ergonomic techniques and mechanical aids. Costco provides safety training and equipment to ensure associate safety.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
