Plant Operator

As the premium provider of drinking water and water treatment services for the greater part of a century, Hall’s Culligan continues to innovate and expand our business nationwide by offering tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each customer backed by our superior Culligan service.

Plant Operator – You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse by performing various tasks related to inventory management, bottling, portable exchange tank regeneration and customer service. Operators are responsible for accurately receiving, storing, and shipping products while maintaining a safe and organized warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inventory management, order fulfillment, and organization of the warehouse.

Why you’ll love working here:

• We offer a full-time, Monday–Friday work schedule.
• Pay range from $20–$22 per hour, depending on experience.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrued generously.
• Full benefits package, including a 401k with company match, following your introductory period.
• Stable and growing family-oriented company with regular career advancement opportunities.
• Upskilling and promoting from within.
• Opportunity to utilize Culligan equipment in your home free of charge.

What you’ll do:

Inventory management

• Accurately receive, store, and organize inventory.
• Perform regular counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Monitor operation of the bottling or PE line and ensure quality control (where applicable).
• Reconcile receiving packing slips.
• Load and unload trucks.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with co-workers to achieve common goals.
• Effectively communicate and provide support to fellow team members.

Time management

• Prioritize tasks and efficiently use time to meet deadlines.

Organization

• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Keep tools and materials properly stored.
• Follow established procedures for inventory management and storage.

Safety

• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment safely and according to guidelines.

Where you’ll work

Culligan Plant Operators spend their time in a warehouse environment, indoors and outdoors where weather conditions may vary. The warehouse may be noisy due to equipment and movement of items, and temperatures may vary. Use of resin may create slick surfaces. This role is highly labor intensive, requiring strong physical stamina. Physical demands include regular lifting up to 75 lbs, with long periods of standing and walking;

kneeling and bending are expected.

Who should apply

The personal attributes that will set you apart include reliability and accountability. Operators must show up on time, complete tasks as assigned, and demonstrate dependability. They should understand the impact of warehouse operations on customer satisfaction and handle situations with composure and professionalism. Attention to detail is essential for accurate inventory management and order fulfillment, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.

Technically, the ideal candidate should be proficient with hand tools, forklift, hand truck, and pallet jack operation, and comfortable using basic math. Strong verbal and written communication is required and flexibility to changes in tasks, schedules, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification is preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate a hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
• If driving a company vehicle, must be 18 years of age (22+ for certain route trucks in some regions) and able to pass and maintain an acceptable driving record check.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening, along with ongoing screenings per company requirements.
• Must remain physically capable, with or without reasonable accommodation, of performing the duties required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.