Operator 3, Warehouse

Powermatic; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Powermatic in Manitowoc, WI is seeking an Operator 3, Warehouse to move products efficiently and safely through the supply chain. This hands-on role manages inbound and outbound materials, space optimization, and large-scale shipping of heavy industrial machinery.

You’ll support continuous improvement, safety, and teamwork across departments, with opportunities to lead in the absence of a Warehouse Lead. A high school diploma or GED and related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required.
• 1 year post-high school education and/or one year of experience in related field, preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of SAP, including RF devices if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate LTL trucks, flatbeds, receiving, returns, freight cell area & projects.
• Ensure optimal utilization of space through warehouse consolidation.
• Provide efficient product storage and ensure inbound/outbound shipments are accurate.
• Assist in performing cycle counts and assuring inventory accuracy.
• Lead in absence of Warehouse Lead and support multiple departments.
• Move machinery with material handling equipment in a safe manner.
• Safely operate overhead cranes for lifting and positioning heavy machinery.
• Prepare and secure large machines for transport on flatbeds per DOT/OSHA rules.
• Unload containers and inspect product for damage and markings.
• Stock inventory and produce daily counts with high accuracy.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Rigging & lifting

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP RF devices

Material handling equipment certification

Overhead crane knowledge

Job description

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Operator 3, Warehouse

Full Time Manual Labor Manitowoc, WI, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1353

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

As an Operator 3,Warehouse, you’ll be at the center of our warehouse operations, ensuring that products move efficiently, safely, and accurately through every stage of the supply chain. In this hands-on role, you will not only manage the flow of inbound and outbound materials but also play a key part in optimizing warehouse space, improving processes, and supporting large-scale shipping operations involving heavy industrial machinery.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in operational excellence, and enjoys tackling new challenges. You’ll be counted on as a knowledgeable team player who supports continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration across departments. With opportunities to lead in the absence of a Warehouse Lead, this position also offers a pathway to grow your leadership and operational expertise. The position reports directly to the Warehouse Operations Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REASONABLEACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

Toperformthisjobsuccessfully,anindividualmustbeabletoperformeachessentialdutysatisfactorily.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• AssistwithcoordinatingLTL-Trucks,Flatbeds,Receiving,Returns,freightcellarea&projects.
• Ensuretheoptimalutilizationofspacethroughwarehouseconsolidation.Rotateproductasappropriate.
• Provideefficientproductstorageandensurebothinboundandoutboundshipmentsareaccurateandfreeofdamage.
• Assistinperformingcyclecounts–assuringinventoryaccuracy.
• Assistothermanagersoremployeeswithwarehouse-relatedissues,asneeded.
• Conductdailyauditsofwarehouseprocessesandprocedures.
• Movemachinerywithvarietyofmaterialhandlingequipmentinasafemanner.
• Safely operate overhead cranes to lift, maneuver, and position heavy industrial machinery within production or shipping areas, following all safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Prepare and secure large machines for transport on flatbeds, ensuring balanced loads and compliance with DOT and OSHA transportation safety regulations.
• Unloadincomingcontainers&inspectproductfordamage,correctmarkings&labels.
• Unloadtrucks,containers&flatbeds.
• Accuratelystockinventoryinthedesignedlocationsandmarkwithmodel/stocknumbersasnecessary
• Produceadailycountofspecificinventorywithstrictdemandforaccuracy.
• AssistWarehouseManagerandSupervisorsadministratively.
• ConductoperationsinamannerthatpromotessafetyandisinaccordancewithOSHAstandards.
• Utilizeindustrybestpractices,techniques,andstandards.
• Representhighlevelofethical,intellectual,professional,andpersonalvaluesthatcomplementtheteam.
• Promotecooperationwithintheteamandbetweenteams.
• Additional responsibilities and projects may be assigned relevant to the position.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• HighSchoolDiplomaorGEDequivalent,required
• 1yearpost-highschooleducationand/oroneyearofexperienceinrelatedfield,preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of SAP, including RF devices if applicable

EXPERIENCEANDCOMPETENCIES

• Understandlogisticsmanagementandmovementofgoods.
• Understand processes and procedures for all duties in multiple departments, including all of the following: Receiving, Putaway, Replenishment, Outbound Picking/Packing.
• Effectiveinventorymanagementincludingvariousaspectsofprocessing,storingandcontrollingon-handgoods.
• Certified to operate all material handling equipment (ex: forklift, order picker, reach lift, overhead crane).
• Proven experience operating overhead cranes in a warehousing or industrial setting, with a strong understanding of load charts and crane limitations.
• Utilize certified forklift experience to safely and efficiently manage material handling, inventory movement, and warehouse operations in compliance with safety standards.
• Demonstrated experience in rigging and lifting large machines, including knowledge of slings, chain lengths, hitch types, and lifting angles.
• Coordinating the loading and securing of specialized transportation.
• Abilitytoread,analyze,andinterpretgeneralbusinesspolicies,procedures,equipmentmanuals,trainingmaterials.
• Able to lead employees in absence of Warehouse Lead.
• Abilitytoeffectivelyplan,setpriorities,andmanageseveralprojectssimultaneously.
• Adeptatcomprehendingandworkingwithshippingdocumentsand/orpreparingforfinancedepartmentuse.
• Basicunderstandingofmachinery,handandpowertools,etc.
• Knowledgeofsafetystandardsandtheuseofpersonalprotectiveequipment,anddemonstratedcommitmenttosafety.
• Abilitytoworkinafast-pacedenvironment.
• Abilitytoeffectivelycommunicatedetailedinformationverbally,inpersonandthroughwrittenchannels.
• Recognizeandrecommendprocessesthatcanbeimprovedforefficiency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Substantial time