Equipment Operator

Abacus Corporation; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Corporation in La Vergne, Tennessee, is seeking an Equipment Operator to pull products from warehouse locations and deliver them using various forklifts. You will operate sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, and pallet jacks to fulfill orders.

The role requires forklift experience, basic math, attention to detail, and the ability to read instructions. You will perform safety checks, assist with inventory using RF scanners, and maintain a clean, safe work area on daily shifts.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required and safe operation of sit-down/stand-up equipment.
• Ability to read simple instructions and follow directions.
• Basic math skills for counts and measurements.
• High attention to detail and strong hand-eye coordination.
• Color vision and focus adjustments for safe equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate Reach Trucks, Hi-Lo forklifts, and order pickers.
• Perform daily safety inspections prior to operation.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and records.
• Ensure order accuracy and proper staging for delivery.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe workspace.
• Work flexibly in other departments as workload permits.
• Complete general warehouse tasks and productivity goals.

Skills

Forklift Experience

Communication

Basic Math

Attention to Detail

Sensory Abilities

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Warehouse Training (preferred)

Tools

RF Scanner

Job description

Job Description: Equipment Operator / Forklift Operator

Job Title: Equipment Operator
Category: SCS
Division/Department: La Vergne
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Supervisor

Summary/Objective

The Equipment Operator is responsible for pulling products from designated warehouse locations and delivering them to their appropriate destinations. Utilizing forklift equipment (sit-down, standup, reach truck, electric pallet jack, turret truck, cherry picker)

Essential Functions

• Equipment Operation: Operate all required pieces of facility machinery, including Reach Trucks, Hi-Lo Forklifts, and Order Pickers.
• Safety Inspections: Perform mandatory daily inspections of equipment prior to operation in strict accordance with company safety regulations.
• Inventory Management: Utilize RF scanners to track, manage, and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Order Accuracy: Ensure all processed orders are fully accurate and stage items correctly for final delivery.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform minor adjustments and maintenance on equipment while standing throughout the shifts.
• Policy Compliance: Adhere to and enforce all company rules, workplace policies, and specific departmental written work instructions.
• Housekeeping: Maintain and enforce a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Operational Flexibility: Work in other departments or locations as workload permits, and work variable or flexible hours as needed under pressure.
• General Duties: Complete general warehouse tasks and productivity goals as assigned by leadership.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Forklift Experience: Proven prior experience operating forklifts is required.
• Communication: Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, and oral directions.
• Basic Math: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, alongside a basic understanding of calculator functions.
• Attention to Detail: High level of detail orientation and strong hand-eye coordination.
• Sensory Abilities: Close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to distinguish foreground and background noises to maintain safe equipment operations.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Education: High school diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or six months of related warehouse training/experience.
• Technology: Prior experience working with an RF Scanner is highly preferred.
• Forklift experience

Work Environment

• Frequent work near active forklift traffic and moving mechanical parts.
• Occasional exposure to variable high or low warehouse temperatures.
• Regular exposure to loud or noisy environments.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, operate machinery/power tools, and constantly repeat motions involving the wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Must be able to continuously communicate and exchange information with coworkers.
• Regular adjusting or moving of objects up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.

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