Forklift / Yard Dog Operator

La-Z-Boy Incorporated; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is seeking a materials handler to pick up, deliver, and stock materials across the campus using PIV equipment or manual transport. The role uses scanners, PCs and tablets to ensure inventory accuracy and timely supplies for assembly.

The position emphasizes following health and safety guidelines and maintaining a clean 5S-compliant workplace. 40 hours weekly with full US benefits are offered, including a 401(k) match and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the above duties.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Basic math knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to scan effectively to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Achieve performance standards.
• Maintain PIV license as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates various forms of PIV equipment to receive, deliver and store supplies.
• Obtains work order to determine parts needed and delivery location.
• Retrieves sub-assemblies and parts from storage locations.
• Loads carts with required parts.
• Stages completed carts in designated location.
• Uses a scanner and/or tablet to manage transactions, transfer parts, perform inventory inquiries, maintenance counts, report outages.
• Returns unused parts, empty containers, empty carts to designated storage/replenishment location.
• Moves completed assemblies or boxed furniture into designated locations.
• Follows health and safety standards.
• Maintains a clean workplace following 5S standards.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

PIV equipment

Inventory management

Scanning

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

PIV license (as needed)

Education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Scanner

Tablet

PC

Inventory software

Job description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the pick-up, delivery and stocking of various materials throughout the campus using PIV equipment or manual transportation. Various forms of technology are used including but not limited to scanners, PC and tablets. The objective of the position is to ensure that all areas have the appropriate supplies needed for assembly at the proper time, while maintaining inventory accuracy.

Job Description:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates various forms of PIV equipment to receive, deliver and store supplies


• Obtains work order to determine parts needed and delivery location


• Retrieves sub-assemblies and parts from storage locations


• Loads carts with required parts


• Stages completed carts in designated location


• Uses a scanner and/or tablet to manage transactions, transfer parts, perform inventory inquiries, maintenance counts, report outages


• Returns unused parts, empty containers, empty carts to designated storage/replenishment location


• Moves completed assemblies or boxed furniture into designated locations


• Follows health and safety standards.


• Maintains a clean workplace following 5S standards


• Performs other tasks as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the above duties


• Basic reading and writing skills


• Basic math knowledge


• Basic computer skills


• Ability to scan effectively to maintain accurate inventory levels


• Achieve performance standards


• Maintain PIV license as needed

OUR PURPOSE:

We are La-Z-Boy Incorporated. Get comfortable with taking your work personally. Get comfortable with uncompromising quality. Get comfortable with caring about your colleagues and the consumers we serve. When people are comfortable, they are free to be themselves; to be fearless. When people are comfortable, they put others at ease and are more welcoming to different people and perspectives. When people are comfortable, they collaborate in meaningful ways. Being comfortable brings out the best in us. We believe in the transformational power of comfort

OUR VALUES:

• Courage - We aren't afraid to try something new


• We are results oriented and can-do hard things.


• We do what is right.


• We challenge the status quo.


• Curiosity - We are relentless in our mission to understand our business and consumers


• We ask questions and explore every opportunity.


• We embrace change.


• We test and learn.


• Compassion - We honor our almost 100-year legacy that was built on family


• We lead with empathy in support of each other, our consumers and our communities.


• We foster an inclusive environment.


• We believe in positive intent.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits for Employees in the US: Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%.

Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

More information can be found via: https://learn.bswift.com/la-z-boy

If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company's Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table.

If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [e-mail] or by calling 734-242-1444.

Come experience the power of comfort in your career! At La-Z-Boy, we believe people are our most important asset. From our manufacturing facilities and Furniture Galleries to our LEED-certified world headquarters, we empower our people to build something amazing every day. If you're ready to join an industry-leading organization that values passion, innovation, and helping our communities, you're ready to explore La-Z-Boy. There are chairs that need to be filled at La-Z-Boy. Find out if there's one for you.

La-Z-Boy has been building incredible furniture since 1927, and there's a reason people still want La-Z-Boy in their homes—and more importantly, a reason great people are proud to be part of our company. We represent decades of hard-working, talented individuals coming together across the globe to continue our legacy and propel us into the future.