Powered Industrial Truck Operator

Job Summary

NAPA Auto Parts is seeking a skilled and energetic Warehouse Equipment Operator to join our growing team of professionals. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, moving, stacking, and staging product and materials using power equipment; maintaining equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion; daily inspection on assigned equipment; receiving/picking/putting away product; loading product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers or containers; operating all equipment safely and efficiently; ensuring inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage; keeping appropriate records and reports to maintain inventory control and security; assisting in physical inventories; supporting and abiding by the company’s safety program and all safety initiatives, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.
• 6 months prior work experience is a plus.
• 6 months of prior Powered Industrial Equipment preferred.
• Able to speak clearly and listen attentively.
• Able to recognize and distinguish letters and numbers (both visually and orally) and remember their sequence.
• Basic computer usage skills.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry objects of varying weights, typically 25 to 50 pounds or more, depending on the job duties.
• Pushing and Pulling: Capability to push and pull carts, pallet jacks, or other equipment loaded with materials throughout the warehouse. This may involve pushing or pulling heavy loads over extended distances or up ramps.
• Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the duration of a shift.
• Bending and Stooping: Capacity to bend, stoop, squat, and reach to retrieve items from shelves, bins, or storage racks. Employees need the ability to access items throughout the warehouse at various heights and angles.
• Climbing: Can climb ladders or stairs to access elevated storage areas or perform maintenance tasks. Warehouse employees need to have the capacity to work at heights to include open floor mezzanines and follow safety protocols for ladder use.
• Operating Equipment: Proficiency in operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and order pickers. Depending on the job role, employees must pass certification or training programs to operate certain equipment safely.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle small objects, operate machinery controls, and perform tasks requiring precision and accuracy. This may include picking and packing items, labeling products, or assembling shipments.
• Repetitive Motion: Ability to perform repetitive tasks, such as scanning barcodes, sorting items, or packaging products, throughout the shift. Employees should be able to maintain productivity while performing repetitive motions safely.
• Physical Endurance: Stamina and endurance to work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity targets. Warehouse employees need to have the capacity to work long hours, weekends, or overtime during peak periods.
• Safety Awareness: Commitment to following safety protocols and guidelines to prevent workplace accidents and injuries. Employees should be vigilant about potential hazards in the warehouse environment and take appropriate precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of others.