Autobag | Equipment Operator NP

Shift: Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM–7:30 PM

About the role

The Equipment Operator safely and efficiently locates product by using a radio frequency (RF) unit, manually pulls product from locations, and transports product to various departments and/or locations by use of powered equipment. They process a portion of customer orders throughout the production day and restock product into bins.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered lift equipment to move product and materials as assigned, using a radio frequency (RF) unit to scan movement of product, identify locations, etc.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product.
• Restock, pick, and pack product for customer orders.
• Inspect assigned equipment daily at start of shift; responsible for checking out equipment and returning it in the same condition.
• Follow procedures for proper care and use of equipment, including keys.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and guidelines.
• Complete and maintain SanMar’s Lift Operator Certification in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Rotate to other production functions as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of lift operator experience.
• Ability to read, write, and identify colors, sizes, quantity, label, and SKU information.
• Basic math skills in counting and quantity.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and change priorities or job duties as business needs require.
Physical demands:
• Constantly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 60 pounds.
• Operates powered equipment requiring use of both hands as well as full range of motion of the neck, head, and back.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, grasp, and perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions.
• Frequently required to climb stairs, kneel/squat, bend, and carry.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to wear a headset covering one or both ears.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as a protective harness while operating equipment.
• Basic English literacy required for operation of machines and necessary daily paperwork.
Work environment:
• Moderately noisy.
• Occasionally required to work near conveyor systems.
• Exposure to dust and changes in weather conditions.
• Work performed under typical warehouse conditions.
• Potential hazards exist with regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and mechanized systems.
• Hectic and fast-paced environment.
• Regularly exposed to ambient lighting; can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold, including climates consistent with outside weather conditions.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while meeting deadlines.
• Able to work both independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Essential days or overtime may be required.

Pay

$18.00 per hour + $1.00 shift differential = $19.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 5% of base salary.
• Paid Time Off: Accrue up to 112 hours per year to start, based on hours worked; 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k plan with $1 for $1 match up to 4% of earnings, matched and vested at every pay cycle.
• Life insurance.
• Short/long-term disability coverage.
• Paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pet insurance.