Warehouse Equipment Operator - Cherry Picker

Overview

PIV (Cherry Picker) Operator.

Location:

Lathrop, CA | Job Type: Seasonal, Full‑time | Pay: $23.75/hour to $25.75/hour.

• Handling & Movement:
  Safely load, unload, and move large and small furniture orders and inventory. This may involve manually lifting items up to 75 lbs unassisted and maneuvering or team lifting products up to 150 lbs.
• Technology & Inventory:
  Utilize scanners and handheld devices (e.g., Nexus) and warehouse software to accurately track, process, and update inventory and order locations across all operational stages.
• Quality & Preparation:
  Perform quality control tasks, including inspecting, assembling (deluxing), repackaging, labeling, and sorting products to prevent damage before shipping.
• MHE Operation:
  When certified, safely operate material handling equipment such as order pickers, electronic pallet jacks, and reach trucks, often at high elevations.
• Safety & Teamwork:
  Strictly adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines, maintaining a clean, organized work area (5S) to ensure safety and efficiency.

• Physical Capability:
  Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work a full shift (8+ hours a day) in a dynamic, non‑climate‑controlled warehouse environment.
• Physical Strength:
  Ability to frequently lift and move merchandise up to 75+ lbs unassisted.
• Language:
  Able to read and comprehend English to ensure safety.
• Equipment
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum six months of cherry picker, order picker, or related MHE experience required.
• Comfort with Heights:
  Must be comfortable working at heights up to 40 ft while handling large products.
• Preferred Experience:
  
  Previous warehouse or logistics experience preferred. A high school diploma or GED also preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic ability to use computers, tablets, and handheld inventory devices is essential.

• Competitive Pay:
  The listed rate range is just the start with potential for overtime, shift differential, and bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Potential for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off based on role type.
• Safety First Culture:
  Focus on a safe work environment for all employees.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Data‑driven decision making and promotions from within, with clear paths for career advancement in operations, team leadership, and management.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations.