Operator, Equipment

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Equipment Operator is responsible for a Reach Truck that is used for performing a variety of Warehouse picking/packaging tasks to support the Operations Department. Other duties may be assigned on an “as needed” basis. Employees will receive task training as required.

• Must be driver certified by the USB certified train the trainer.
• Must be able to drive any equipment around pedestrians safely and smoothly.
• Inspect warehouse equipment at the start /end of using the equipment.
• Follow instructions written on shipping orders and/or pick lists.
• Load pallets of product onto warehouse racks and/or trailers (vans, flatbeds, containers, etc.).
• Receive and route incoming product/supplies to the proper areas.
• Repackage materials.
• Visually and systematically understands bin capacity to fulfill orders picked, put away or replenished.
• Label cartons as needed per the requirements of shipment.
• Operate warehouse equipment (Counterbalance forklift, Stock Picker, Reach Truck, hand truck, pallet jack etc.) to move stock and reorganize inventory.
• Prepare orders for shipping by pulling and staging cartons/pallets of product by amounts needed as instructed by key associates, Leads, Supervisors and Managers.
• Prepare orders by processing customer/vendor requests, pulling material, packing boxes; and placing orders in the delivery area. All specified by picking unit requirements.
• Retrieve products from upper racks as needed for employees.
• Maintain a fast pace in picking, replenishing and other warehouse functions.
• Use hand-held RF guns/scanners to record relocation of product from storage to staging area.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; maintaining clean shipping supply area; complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• General warehouse cleanup, including but not limited to sweeping with a push broom and mopping warehouse floors, organizing warehouse racks, and disposing of cardboard boxes/trash when necessary.
• Must be willing to work required shift hours as assigned/required by management.
• May assist with training new associates in basic job functions.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality are expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

• This is a full-time position.
• Shift start/stop times may vary depending on department and business needs. Schedules will be communicated upon hire. Typical shifts are 8 hours but may require overtime based on business requirements.
• No travel is expected for this position.

This position does not have any leadership requirements and/or responsibilities.

• 1-2 years of warehouse experience.
• 1-2 years of experience operating equipment.
• Forklift certified, willingness to be certified on different types of lifts.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal).
• Must be able to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to write and speak simple sentences in English.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide by 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment (multi-tasking skills a must).
• Good attendance record – arriving at work on time is critical to success.
• Good attention to quality and detail.
• Reliable, punctual and able to follow directions.
• Ability to stand on feet for prolonged periods at a time with repetitive motions such as bending, stooping, pushing and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb. boxes.
• Ability to use basic computer devices and handheld scanning units.

Candidate must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with ability to: stand for long periods of time; ability to become certified (if operating equipment); constantly move about the warehouse; pulling/pushing a cart containing cartons; bend/stoop/kneel/crouch to handle product; regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; the…