Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Pay: $21.75 – $22.50 per hour

Location: Plainfield, IN

Schedule: 2nd shift: 2:45pm – 11:15pm / 1st day: 12:00pm

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Looking for Equipment Operator jobs in Plainfield where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

The Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing customer orders in a fast-paced distribution environment. Duties include scanning barcodes, picking and labeling pallets, and using RF technology and a Warehouse Management System (WMS) to process orders while maintaining a strong focus on product and damage prevention. The position also involves loading and unloading inbound and outbound shipments, verifying inventory against shipping and receiving documentation, reporting discrepancies, locating and retrieving products, and replenishing picking locations. Additional warehouse duties may be assigned as needed.

The work environment has a moderate to loud noise level, and employees will almost always work near moving mechanical equipment and may be exposed to precarious situations. The position may occasionally involve exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles. The warehouse is temperature controlled, maintaining a comfortable and consistent temperature year-round.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Process customer orders including but not limited to scanning bar codes, picking pallets and labeling pallets

Process orders using RF technology, focusing on damage prevention

Load and off-load inbound and outbound shipments utilizing the WMS

Report discrepancies between the inventory count and shipping/receiving documents

Locate and retrieve products as well as replenishes picking locations

May be required to perform other duties as assigned

Education Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred unless otherwise specified. Additional education, certifications, or vocational training may be beneficial depending on the position.

Experience Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Commitment to quality, safety, professionalism, and dependable attendance. Ability to learn new processes, procedures, equipment, or software as required. 1 Year Experience with Material Handling Equipment – at least one piece of equipment is required and multiple pieces are preferred (Reach Trucks, Counterbalance (slip and clamp), and Dock Stocker) Ability to obtain a forklift certification. Ability to read and interpret distribution documents. Required to operate MHE and use an RF scanner. Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills. General distribution knowledge. Strong initiative and drive for results. Good verbal communication skills. Ability to work under minimal supervision. Safety vest and safety shoes required.

Physical Capabilities

Physical requirements vary by assignment and will be discussed during the hiring process. Candidates should be able to safely perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing this job, the associate is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers. The associate may occasionally be required to climb. The job may require lifting over 50lbs in some areas but not all. Associate must have normal field of vision corrected to / in each eye and must have sufficient hearing to safely operate in a manufacturing/distribution environment.

Benefits

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind. Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future. Opportunities for Growth through a variety of assignments with leading employers.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.