Equipment Operator- Material Handler

Michaels Stores; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Michaels Stores is seeking a Material Handler – Equipment Operator in Lancaster, California. This role involves operating industrial equipment to manage inbound and outbound freight, ensuring accurate and timely processing within a Distribution Center.

Preferred candidates will possess a high school education, strong math and communication skills, and have experience in production environments. The position offers a competitive pay range of $18.00 - $20.00.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience with manual and/or powered industrial equipment.
• Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge.
• Proven success in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inventory using industrial equipment.
• Fulfill shipping and receiving orders.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic math proficiency

Education

High school education or equivalency preferred

Tools

Reach Truck Certification

Order Picker Certification

Job description

DC‑Lancaster

The Material Handler – Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process inbound and/or outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.

Major Activities

• Utilizes manual and/or powered industrial equipment to load and unload inventory.
• Utilizes material handling equipment (reach truck and/or order picker/cherry picker) to fulfill shipping and receiving orders.
• Completes periodic safety training on the operation of machinery.
• Performs routine inspections of equipment and notifies leader of maintenance needs.
• May perform one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and/or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, e‑Commerce order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other “specialty” roles that require additional training/experience (e.g., Inventory Control).
• Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate.

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Basic computer skills

Other

• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
• Basic math proficiency for certain roles
• Good record‑keeping skills with attention to details
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum Education

• High school education or equivalency preferred

Minimum Type Of Experience The Job Requires

• 2-4 years of prior use of manual and/or powered industrial equipment
• Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge
• Demonstrated success working in a production environment

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Reach Truck or Order Picker Equipment Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds
• Frequent pushing or pulling of material and/or equipment
• Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment
• Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers

Work Environment

• Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits
• Moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment
• Occasional vibration if/when operating powered industrial equipment
• Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

Applicants and Employees in Unincorporated Los Angeles County: Michaels reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: engage with customers, including minors, including unsupervised minors, and other Team members, especially in high stress situations; accessing company information, assets, property, and products, including cash, checks, and credit card information; and appropriately handling such information, including confidential and personal information of customers and Team Members. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Total Base Pay Range For This Position

$18.00 - $20.00