Distribution Associate III (Equipment Operator)

Warrior Sports, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,376 - 45,598; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(k) matching up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Lifestyle reimbursement

Job summary

New Balance in Nashville, TN is seeking associates for a day shift in the Distribution Center. You will safely operate forklifts and PIV equipment, pick/pack/ship customer orders, and process returns while maintaining quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities include inventory management, labeling, packaging, and inspection of goods for damages. Candidates should demonstrate physical stamina and reliable attendance in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and ability to understand English and match numbers/letters.
• Demonstrated stability and dependability in prior roles.
• Ability to operate RF scanners and WMS systems.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and endure 8+ hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders and process returns/exchanges.
• Safely operate forklifts and PIV equipment at heights up to 40 ft.
• Organize, label, and log inventory for shipments and receipts.
• Inspect shipments for damages; record discrepancies and notify supervisor.
• Support 3rd party distribution coordination and cycle counting.

Skills

RF scanner operation

English comprehension

Stability & dependability

Manual dexterity

Mobility & endurance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

WMS workstation

RF scanner

Forklift operation

Job description

Day shift - start time: 8:30am

Job Mission

Responsible for all functions in the Distribution Center with safety as a priority to ensure the highest level of quality to our customers around the world.

Major Accountabilities

• Safely operate Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV). Equipment Operator: Sit down or standup forklift/counterbalance and Order/Cherry Picker Equipment Operator, Specialty: Reach Truck, Clamp Truck, and Swing Reach “Turret” Truck (additional to above).
• Perform duties of Distribution Associates, as required.
• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders, received and process returns/exchanges; troubleshoot problems to resolution.
• Organize shipments to 3rd party distributors.
• Sort, count, package, label, unpack and/or log inventory which is shipped or received.
• Inspect shipments for damages or defects; record discrepancies or damages and notify supervisor.
• Reorganize inventory on shelves in warehouse for seasonality.
• Unpack shipment of product and replenish warehouse shelves.
• Identify all returned defective units with proper defective reason code.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements for Success

• Able to operate lift equipment up to a height of 40 feet, as assigned.
• Good communication skills required, including reading and understanding of the English language and ability to match numbers/letters.
• Proven track record of stability and dependability in the workplace.
• Ability to use RF scanner or WMS workstation.
• Manual Dexterity: Must demonstrate full and functional range of motion in the fingers, hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders, including the ability to perform sustained extension and repetitive upper extremity movements as required by job duties.
• Lifting & Carrying: Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Pushing & Pulling: Able to push and pull up to 75 lbs. safely and repeatedly.
• Mobility & Endurance: Able to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for 8+ hours per day, with regular bending, reaching, twisting, crouching, and other dynamic movements.
• Climbing: Able to climb ladders up to 12 feet, where applicable.
• Stair Navigation & Elevated Work: Able to go up and down stairs and work at elevated heights, including on a mezzanine level up to 20 feet, where applicable.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)/Home School equivalency preferred.
• Nashville, TN Distribution Center Only Pay Range: $22.05 - $27.60 - $33.10 Hourly (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more).

Benefits

Robust benefit offering to fit various lifestyles and life stages. 40% Employee discount on New Balance (In-store and online). Lifestyle Benefit program – reimbursement for eligible wellness and lifestyle activities. Pay-for-Performance performance management program and company bonus payout eligibility. 401k Retirement: 100% match up to 5% of contributions and 100% vested. Tuition Reimbursement. Discounts on Cellular phones, Travel, Entertainment, Consumer Goods and much more!

New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally.

You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture. Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance. Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Equal Opportunity Employer New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.