Equipment Operators Job description
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE: As an Equipment Operator, you will ensure the safe transport of products throughout the distribution center, making the center a model of productivity, efficiency and reliability. Machinery includes Standup forklifts, Order Selectors (Cherry Pickers), Reach Trucks, Powered Pallet Jacks and Dock Stockers. Tasks are most typically completed using an RF scanner.
You will accomplish all these goals by:
- Operating powered industrial trucks (PIT) as listed above (will certify on equipment)
- Performing daily checks on equipment prior to operating
- Following all safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment, including hazard recognition, housekeeping, accident and near miss reporting, proper use of all safety equipment and procedures and adherence to all safety rules
- Reporting faulty equipment, damage to company property including racks, and other safety hazards to supervisor
- Accurately picking/packing orders using established work practices
- Restocking picking bins
- Accurately sorting, counting and receiving all merchandise
- Safely moving product to and from pallet racks with powered material handling equipment
- Safely working with conveyors to accurately build pallets of cartons for shipment
- Loading/unloading trucks
- Organizing warehouse storage space effectively
- Adhering to all safety, quality and production standards
- Using a scanner to direct work (pick, pack, receive, move)
- Using hands and fingers to handle, or feel; repeatedly reaching overhead with hands and arms to accomplish tasks; using hearing to listen for safety hazards and instructions
- Safely lifting and/or moving boxes, product or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly
- Consistently lifting, bending, standing, walking, stooping and kneeling; occasionally crouching, crawling and climbing stairs during an 8-hour or 10-hour shift and during extended overtime shifts, as needed
- Using close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception while performing warehouse functions
- Working overtime as determined by business needs during the week and/or weekends
- Following instructions quickly, safely and accurately.
- Working effectively in a team environment
- Effectively communicating and understanding basic written/oral instructions; reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules and operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals in English
- Demonstrating flexibility in daily task assignments and performing other general warehouse tasks, as assigned
THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS: Qualified candidates will be self-motivated and dependable individuals who are 18+ years of age with the ability to successfully complete training and obtain certification in the assigned area (to include specific equipment certification). Additional requirements include:
- Solid math skills, including the ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply and divide
- A high school diploma or GED; 1 year or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience are preferred, but not required
- 1-2 years of experience as a certified equipment operator is ideal, but also not required
- Knowledge of RF (radio frequency) scanners and basic computer skills are preferred
Essential Functions:
- Constant exposure to loud noises
- Occasional work in high places
- Exposure to variable temperatures
- Exposure to dusty environment
- May be exposed to strong scents related to cosmetic or fragrance
- May be required to work in narrow aisles or trailers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Experience:
- Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Dallas, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
