2nd Shift - Part Time Seasonal Warehouse Equipment Operator - $16.50 per hour + $1.50 Shift Differential

Scholastic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Major holidays

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

401k plan

Job summary

Scholastic is hiring a Warehouse Equipment Operator for part-time seasonal 2nd shift in Texas. Hours are 2:30 PM to 11 PM with a $16.50 per hour base pay plus $1.50 shift differential after 2:00 PM. The role supports Scholastic Book Fairs, building in-person events at schools and communities.

The candidate will operate order pickers and related equipment, perform inspections, and maintain safety and productivity standards.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED preferred, strong teamwork and communication.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedures in English.
• Basic computer and communications familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Operate PEO – Level I equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory movements, cycle counts and inspections.
• Keep work areas clean and organized per standards.
• Assist on temporary projects as needed.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Basic math

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Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Battery/gas-powered equipment

Forklifts & stock pickers

Reach trucks & pallet jack

Job description

Job Description: Join us and help us create lifelong readers!

Position: Warehouse Equipment Operator – Part Time Seasonal 2nd Shift Hours 2:30 PM to 11 PM $16.50 per hour (+$1.50 Shift Differential for hours worked after 2:00 PM) Scholastic Book Fairs are wondrous in-person experiences that empower kids to discover books for themselves. Taking place in schools and rooted in Scholastic’s greater mission to use the power of books for the betterment of all kids, Fairs bring entire communities together. At Scholastic Book Fairs, we bring “the best school day of the year” in 110,000 unique pop-up shops annually. Irreversibly defying expectations of how one must act in a library, Fairs raise over 200 million dollars in funds and resources for schools that host Fairs. And we’re just getting started… We’re here to deliver an experience that inspires kids toward greatness. In everything we do, we are committed to ensuring every kid, parent, caregiver, teen/tween, book fair organizer, and Employee feels seen, respected, and welcome as part of the Scholastic Book Fairs family. We are currently in search of Part Time Seasonal Equipment Operators to help our facilities build book fairs for schools. These part time seasonal positions offer a variety of hours to work during the peaks of the school year (Monday-Friday) and are typically off during summer and winter school leave periods. We offer major holidays, offer generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise, and a 401k plan. Join our Company’s mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning and demonstrate our values of caring and respect for all people! The ideal candidate will be comfortable working at significant heights as the primary piece of equipment is the Order Picker. This is a safety sensitive position and Power Equipment Operators must pass a drug test before they are authorized to operate equipment in a Scholastic facility.

Summary

Be a part of the team who builds and delivers Bookjoy as a Power Equipment Operator - Level I. Join a dedicated team in an active environment where your daily activities of building a book fair include working safely, learning, demonstrating proficiency, and meeting all productivity and quality requirements of your essential duties and responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency and effectiveness in functions of PEO – Level I, including inventory movements, cycle counts, perform daily equipment inspections, and asset storage.
• Consistently meet minimum required production, accuracy, and quality standards for all work performed.
• Follow all safety policies, processes, and procedures.
• Ensure work area is neat, clean, safe, and organized per operational standards
• At any time may work on temporary projects associated with other position descriptions as part of individual and team development.

Dependability & Reliability

• Is reliable and dependable in fulfilling obligations.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance in accordance with SBF policy.
• Responsible for proper handling of product at all times.

Planning & Organizing

• Plans and prioritizes work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks.
• Recording details of all work tasks performed accurately and completely.

Working with Tools & Technology

• Demonstrates appropriate use of tools and technology to complete work functions according to standard process and procedures.

Interpersonal

• Maintain a professional and positive relationship with all co-workers and customers.
• Maintain compliance with drug and alcohol-free policy.

Qualifications

• Certified to operate battery/gas-powered equipment including but not limited to forklifts, stock pickers, wave trucks, counterbalanced lifts, reach trucks, pallet jack and scissor lifts.
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
• Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers.
• Good verbal/written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read documents in English, such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic experience and familiarity with the fundamental capabilities of computers and communications systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis.
• Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 30 lbs. to a height of 78” on a daily basis.
• Must be able to push (move) wheeled cases, which may weigh in excess of 300 lbs., with an initial force of up to 50 lbs and a sustained force of up to 30 lbs., on a daily basis.
• Must be able to stand, reach above and below the shoulders, squat, bend, and kneel as necessary to perform the job.
• Must be able to tolerate work in a non-airconditioned environment, as well as endure exposure to heat, cold, noise, and dust while working around moving equipment.
• Must be able to accurately follow specific instructions for multiple detailed assembly processes.

Time Type

Part time

Job Type

Regular Seasonal

Job Family Group

Distrib & Matls Mgmt

Location Region/State

Texas

EEO Statement

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination. EEO is the Law Poster EEO Scholastic Policy Statement

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