Utility Worker (Mid Shift - 10am to 6:30pm)
Based in Olive Branch, MS, you will keep the warehouse facility, production areas, grounds, and inventory areas clean, orderly, maintained, safe, and secure. You will assist the maintenance and custodial teams in performing tasks in the upkeep and repair of facilities, transporting products safely as required within the warehouse using motorized equipment such as reach lifts.
Responsibilities
- Move supplies within the warehouse by means of motorized equipment, such as forklifts and reach lifts.
- Transport goods, empty gaylords containing cardboard, plastic, paper, etc., through the warehouse with the use of a forklift.
- Move pallets, trash bins, and supplies unto and out of trucks.
- Operate a baler—specialize in managing industrial waste streams, sorting recyclable materials, and operating machinery to prepare waste for disposal or recycling.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment and running sweeper/scrubber.
- Perform basic building maintenance tasks.
- Adhere to all safety rules, policies, and procedures.
- Perform vital housekeeping duties to maintain a clean work environment.
- Maintain safe actions on and off the equipment in compliance with all safety rules/regulations required by Emerson, federal, state, and local provisions.
- Meet department quality, attendance, and productivity requirements.
- Work overtime as required.
- Other duties as assigned by managerial staff within the warehouse or maintenance departments.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of 6 months of related experience.
- Distribution center experience.
- Prior forklift certification with 6 months previous warehouse experience.
- Previous shipping/material handling experience.
- Good communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, push, and pull for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift product/cartons weighing in excess of 50 pounds.
- Follow directions and see tasks through safely.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to operate a forklift in a safe manner.
- Follow written and/or oral instructions in English.
- Ability to work quickly while meeting efficiency and quality standards.
- Promote an environment where individual contributions toward quality and cost-effectiveness are improved.
- Pass forklift certifications and requirements to operate forklifts.
Benefits
- A variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k).
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
- Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.
Pay
Shift pay: $1.48
Schedule
Mid Shift (Monday through Friday) 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
About Emerson
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, we help customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical, and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources, and enhance their safety.