Lead Material Handler Full Time 3rd Shift

Staples; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work shoes after 30 days

Inclusive culture with BRGs

Full-time & part-time benefits

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Staples is seeking a Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator to mentor new staff and fill in for supervisors as needed. You will operate forklifts and other equipment, lift heavy loads, and maintain a safe, clean workspace in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

We value safety, reliability, and teamwork as core parts of our culture. The role requires 12+ months of warehouse experience, the ability to pass a safety-focused environment, and flexibility for overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• 12+ months related experience in a warehouse environment or equivalent training/education.
• Ability to pass a drug screen where legally permissible.
• Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift as needed.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Must wear safety composite work shoes.
• Ability to stand/walk 100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator and mentor/train new handlers.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, pallet jacks) following safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and support supervisor coverage as needed.
• Contribute to Staples Supply Chain efficiency and safety culture.

Skills

MHE operation

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

3:00am-11:30am/Thursday-Monday
Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

3:00am-11:30am/Thursday-Monday
Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator: As a Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator, you’ll mentor and train new material handlers and fill in for supervisors as needed. You’ll be lifting, lowering, and carrying product in a fast-paced environment and stacking empty pallets and maintaining a safe and clean workspace as you go. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures. You will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers. Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.

What you bring to the table:

• Ability to be Material Handling Equipment Operator certified and safely operate necessary material handling equipment as required.
• An ability and willingness to keep work area clean.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
• An ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices.
• An ability to work in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications)

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• 12+ months related experience in a warehouse environment; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience.
• Ability to pass a drug screen to the extent permissible legally.
• If you are hired as a Full-Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need.
• Ability to lift, push or pull equipment/merchandise weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Must wear safety composite work shoes.
• Ability to walk and stand 100% of the time.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: $23.25/hour (includes $2.00/hour Shift Differential)
• Receive a pair of work shoes after 30 days.
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits
• Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.