Forklift Operator

Full-time

Wilmer, TX

5,001-10,000 employees

Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers

About the position

The Equipment Operator plays a crucial role in the Distribution Centers, responsible for transferring goods and materials using power industrial equipment. This position ensures that products are picked, packed, and shipped efficiently to meet customer expectations, contributing to the overall success of the company's operations.

Responsibilities

• Use materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/cross-dock.
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities.
• Perform safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shift.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report any discrepancies.
• Perform all routine equipment servicing including attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operations.
• Clean up and dispose of boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas.
• Rotate through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business.
• Participate in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position.
• Perform all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals.

Requirements

• Basic English Language proficiency.
• An awareness of loss prevention, security, and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Benefits

• Starting pay at $18.50, or $18.50 + based on experience.
• $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift.