Material Handler Operator I - Millington 1st shift

American President Lines; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Millington, TN is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Operator to support receiving, storage, and distribution tasks in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform picking, counting, packing, labeling, and loading goods, operate hand tools, and, when certified, use a forklift to move materials.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and accurate documentation; high school diploma and forklift certification within 3–6 months are typical requirements, with benefits included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification typically required within 3–6 months of hire.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Basic proficiency in operating a computer; forklift certification when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform manual tasks: picking, counting cargo, handstaging and loading; use of hand truck or pallet jack.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials; prepare and move orders as needed.
• Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, pallets, or bins according to size, type, code, etc.
• Operate a forklift once certified.
• Complete or verify forms, labels and information to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Use hand tools to open/close crates and containers.
• Identify operational concerns and assist with resolution.
• Monitor warehouse maintenance tasks and cleanliness.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Team-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift Certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

YOUR ROLE

Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and organization? Do you enjoy working in a clean and efficient warehouse environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to execute essential operational processes and contribute to delivering results in a safe and efficient warehouse operation.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times, such as working collaboratively, providing timely communication and instruction and assisting with operations as necessary.
• Execute various manual labor functions such as picking inventory, counting cargo, product and material and handstaging and loading goods; equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, tools, equipment, and products within assigned area. Prepare and assemble orders, move materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Manage sorting and placement of materials or items on racks, shelves, pallets or in bins according to predetermined sequences such as size, type, style, color, product code and related characteristics; tend to be more routine or typical.
• Opportunity to operate a forklift once certified and required.
• Complete or verify appropriate forms, documents, labels and other information to ensure the accuracy of inventory, monitor and track material and successful receiving and/or delivery of goods; tends to be basic information or standard in nature.
• Operate hand tools to close or open bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or material; tends to be more predictable packaging.
• Assist with identifying potential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate co-workers and assist with resolving.
• Monitor various warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, cleaning docks, staging, packing, racking and related storage areas, proper storing equipment, basic preventive maintenance and related tasks.

WHATARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED.
• Credentials: Forklift Certification typically required in most operations within 3 to 6 months of hire; Valid state issued driver’s license preferred.
• Skills: Capable of operating hand and power tools and performing manual tasks, ability to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds; Basic proficiency in operating a computer; Ability to become forklift certified, when required.
• Characteristics: Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs; Ability to perform in a team environment. Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

EEO STATEMENT

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

BENEFITS

• Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans (company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identity theft & legal plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.