Mobile Equipment Operator I

About the role

Wieland is hiring a Mobile Equipment Operator I to operate sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment within a fast-paced warehouse distribution process in Granite City, IL. This is a fully on-site position.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver motorized material handling equipment in accordance with company health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and used properly, reporting service requests as needed.
• Properly position equipment before turning it on/off or loading/unloading.
• Accurately select product with a high degree of precision.
• Follow direction from department leaders and collaborate with team members to achieve department goals.
• Efficiently move and load product from staging/storage areas into trailers.
• Perform routine inspections of work areas to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Adhere to company and OSHA safety procedures; report problems to supervisors, safety, or HR.
• Follow daily procedures and protocols as outlined in job orientations and training.
• Attend meetings and refresher courses to ensure responsible equipment operation.
• Perform general labor tasks as required and assist with daily warehouse housekeeping.
• Flexibility to work in other departments as needed.
• Other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to forklift operations.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, gloves, full body harnesses, etc.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and use respirators when required (medical clearance, fit-testing, and qualification necessary).
• Maintain appropriate personal grooming to ensure an effective respirator seal.
• Ability to read and understand packaging and shipping documents.
• Dependable attendance and consistency in meeting scheduled hours.
• Demonstrate good judgment and ask questions as needed.
• Attentive to detail and alert at all times to ensure safety.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of responsibility.

Physical Demands

• Periods of standing, walking, negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks, and platforms.
• Walking over uneven and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to non-temperature-controlled production environments.
• Manual dexterity for handling items, samples, and tools.
• Vision abilities including close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to stand, balance, walk, and reach for extended periods.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Sit for extended periods.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, or manipulate items.
• Stoop, reach, kneel, twist, and walk while handling cases of product.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $18/hr - $20/hr (final pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications).

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Weekly pay schedule.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings with 401(k) contribution and company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Growth opportunities with over 9,000 employees worldwide and 40+ North American locations.
• Wellness programs with healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.
• Commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly solutions.