Forklift Operator

Crate & Barrel; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel is seeking a Forklift Operator to support the movement of furniture and houseware in our distribution center. You will operate forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers to stock, retrieve, and position merchandise with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of power equipment experience, strong English communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Basic English language proficiency.
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position.
• Maintains awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following Company policies.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Uses material handling equipment (including forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers) to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment to prevent damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities.
• Perform safety checks on lifts and report any damage.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report discrepancies.
• Perform routine equipment servicing and housekeeping tasks.
• Rotate through departments to meet business demands.
• Participate in ongoing training on technology upgrades and new systems.
• Complete tasks assigned by leadership to meet productivity and quality goals.

Skills

Basic English

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Education

1+ year experience with power industrial equipment

Job description

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

As a vital member of our team, the Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the efficient movement of furniture and/or houseware products. You’ll expertly utilize material handling equipment (including forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers) to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and precisely position merchandise throughout our dynamic distribution center. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is deeply committed to safety and passionate about delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

A day in the life as a Forklift Operator…

• Uses materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/crossdock
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities
• Performs safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shift
• Maintains accurate inventory and reports any discrepancies
• Performs all routine equipment servicing including, but not limited to attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operations
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you’ll bring to the table…

• Basic English Language proficiency
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US.

State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.