Part-Time Seasonal Power Equipment Operator, 2nd Shift - Lavergne, TN

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Warehouse Equipment Operator (Part Time, Seasonal, 2nd Shift). Hours available Monday through Friday between 2PM–10PM. Hourly Rate: $19.00 base rate plus $1.50 shift differential (starts at 2PM).

• Operate battery-operated and/or gas-powered equipment (other than motorized pallet jacks) for the purpose of transporting product to and from inventory storage locations within the facility.
• Equipment includes, but is not limited to, Forklifts, Stock pickers, Wave Work‑Assist vehicles, Sit‑Down and Stand‑Up Counterbalanced trucks, Reach trucks, etc.
• Follow all power equipment rules and regulations, including any regulatory agency policies, and OSHA requirements.
• Use all personal protective safety equipment, including lanyards and harnesses, at all times when operating order/stock pickers.
• Follow all facility safety rules and regulations at all times.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform all scanner functions necessary for the position, including cycle‑counts, replenishment, item inquiry, inventory put‑away, etc.
• Ensure all product is stacked neatly and safely when moved via power equipment and when stored in rack or staging locations.
• Maintain accuracy of all inventory movement at all times.
• Inspect and perform or assist in equipment maintenance as required; report any unsafe conditions to management.
• Handle merchandise carefully to avoid damage, bending or tearing.
• Participate in Physical Inventory and Customer Appreciation Warehouse Sale events.
• Consistently meet minimum required production, accuracy, or quality standards for the work performed.
• Assist in processing returned book fairs by unpacking metal cases, boxes, and displays with book and non‑book product, according to corporate process and procedure and meeting productivity and quality standards.
• Assist in picking and packing customer reorders when necessary.
• Ensure that the work area is neat, clean, safe, and organized at all times.
• Individually, and in partnership with other co‑workers, perform seasonal inventory production‑line resets.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of trucks when applicable.
• Loading and unloading of trucks may or may not require the assistance of mechanical devices.
• Utilize all warehouse equipment and tools properly to increase productivity, efficiency, and safety; report any unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or injury (to self or co‑worker) to your supervisor or manager immediately.
• Use proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects.
• Accurately and timely complete Labor Data Collection Cards according to company standards.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality as required by the assigned work schedule and company standards.
• Maintain a courteous and positive relationship with all co‑workers and customers.
• Comply with the drug and alcohol‑free policy.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
• Must be trained and licensed to operate power equipment.
• For non‑internal promotions, candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of power equipment operation experience.
• Requires satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency (e.g., ordering replenishment) with minimal errors.
• Strong team player and ability to get along with co‑workers.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read documents in English such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift boxes that weigh up to 50lbs occasionally on a daily basis.
• Stand, reach above and below the shoulders, squat, bend, and kneel as necessary to perform the job.
• Tolerate work in a non‑air‑conditioned environment.
• Successfully complete the required training, become certified to operate the powered industrial equipment assigned, and maintain certification.
• Participate in and pass the initial drug screen and all future random drug screens;…