Material Handling Equipment Operator

Heyeverything; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

Heyeverything is seeking a Material Handling Equipment Operator to load and unload merchandise from trucks and move material within the warehouse using a hand truck or skid steer.

The role emphasizes safe operation, backroom organization, and delivering excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction. Prior retail experience and a strong work ethic are valued, along with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Willingness to gain a vast knowledge of consumable products.
• Experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Help unload and load trucks in a safe manner.
• Receive and sort merchandise.
• Operate a skid steer or pallet jack safely and efficiently.
• Help maintain strict organization in the backroom.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
• Always have a customer-first mentality.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Learn new skills

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts

You might be a great fit if...

• You enjoy serving others as we would like to be served.
• Making the best even better.
• You enjoy making a difference in your community.
• You enjoy helping others.
• You enjoy working in teams.
• You're motivated to learn new skills.

Job Summary

The Material Handling Equipment Operator is responsible for loading and unloading merchandise from trucks and safely moving material within the warehouse by carrying, lifting, and safely operating a hand truck, or skid steer. Minimum 1 hour of pay for brief on call skid steer duties.

Responsibilities

• Help unload and load trucks in a safe manner
• Receive and sort
• Operate a skid steer or pallet jack safely and efficiently
• Help maintain strict organization in the backroom
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service
• Always have a customer-first mentality

Qualifications

• Willingness to gain a vast knowledge of consumable products
• Experience in a retail environment preferred
• Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Able to walk, reach, climb ladders, and bend to perform job duties
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
• At least 18 years of age.