Power Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Staffing Staffing is looking for an experienced Power Equipment Operator to safely operate stand-up forklifts, cherry pickers, reach trucks, and other warehouse equipment.

Power Equipment Operator / Stand-Up Forklift / Cherry Picker
2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, approximately 2:00 PM–10:30 PM .

$21/hour

Job Duties

• Operate stand-up forklifts, cherry pickers, reach trucks, stock pickers, and other powered equipment .
• Move books and other products safely to and from warehouse storage locations.
• Put products away in racks and staging areas.
• Use a handheld scanner for replenishment, inventory put-away, item inquiries, and cycle counts.
• Maintain accurate inventory movements.
• Stack products safely and neatly.
• Follow all OSHA and company safety rules .
• Wear required PPE, including a harness/lanyard when operating order/stock pickers .
• Inspect equipment and report unsafe conditions or maintenance issues.
• Handle merchandise carefully to prevent damage.
• Assist with loading/unloading and processing returned book fairs when needed.
• Meet required productivity, accuracy, and quality standards.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Must be trained and licensed to operate power equipment.
• Outside candidates generally need at least 1 year of power equipment operating experience .
• Must successfully complete Scholastic's forklift/power equipment training.
• Basic scanner/computer skills.
• Basic math and ability to read safety rules and operating instructions in English.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, reach, and climb/balance as required.
• Ability to work in a non-air-conditioned warehouse environment .
• Must successfully complete required equipment certification and maintain certification.