MHE Operator 1st Shift

Tranco Logistics; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tranco Logistics is seeking a reliable MHE Operator to sort, route and load cargo within a warehouse environment in Chattanooga, TN. The role requires operating material handling equipment, coordinating with teammates, and ensuring safe, accurate handling of inbound and outbound shipments.

Responsibilities include unloading, staging for loading, maintaining equipment, and adhering to OSHA and SDS standards.

Qualifications

• Be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• High school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Move product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers.
• Operate forklift and other equipment safely and efficiently; inspect equipment.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area; comply with safety standards.
• Complete in-house training and be refreshed every three years per OSHA.
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively.

Skills

MHE operations

Forklift operation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading English

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Warehouse equipment knowledge

Job description

General Summary

The Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operator sorts, routes and loads cargo to and from truck and chutes. The individual is responsible for operating material handling equipment safely and may also support general warehouse operations.

A MHE Operator must work with other Operators to effectively meet or exceed expectations for quality and operations.

Responsibilities

Receiving/Put-Away

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store the material in the appropriate areas.

Quality

• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.

Loading

• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers.

Equipment

• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift. Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect the forklift or other equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

Safety, Sanitation, Security

• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety. Comply with OSHA and SDS Standards as well as 5S principals.

Requirements

Educational

• Be able to read, write and speak fluent English
• High school diploma
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Technical

• Warehouse and transportation experience.
• MHE operations
• Good verbal and oral communication.

Physical

• Occasionally move push/pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Standing up to 10 hours at a time.
• Extensive periods of walking

Environment

• Work is performed in a low noise, well maintained environment.

Training

• In-house, on the job training at initial hiring to insure all related job requirements will be met. Also, refresher training required at least every three years per OSHA standard. Additionally, refresher training required after any accident / incident involving material handling equipment.

Performance

• Decision Making & Problem Solving: Able to make clear and accurate decisions.
• Policies and Procedures: Able to conform to all established procedures and work activities.
• Interaction: Able to communicate well verbally and in writing with employees and management as needed.
• Initiative: Able to function with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interface and communicate with people effectively.

Reporting Relationships

Position reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

Position(s) that report to this position

none

Job Classification

Exempt Non-Exempt Hourly

Employee Date

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements