Outbound Equipment Operator

The Guitar Center Company; Brownsburg (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading music retailer in Brownsburg, Indiana, seeks an individual for warehouse operations involving transport of products. The successful candidate will operate powered equipment, verify product movement, and maintain safety standards. Key responsibilities include using the DAX system for product allocation and fulfilling shipment requirements. Ideal applicants will have strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments. Certification for powered equipment operation is required.

Qualifications

• Must be certified to operate powered equipment or willing to obtain certification.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated reliability and attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Transport product for the Music & Arts department using powered equipment.
• Store and retrieve product using powered equipment.
• Verify the accuracy of pallets and product moved.
• Maintain department safety and cleanliness.
• Retrieve product from designated locations to fulfill shipment requirements.
• Allocate product into the appropriate reserve storage locations.
• Maintain department safety and housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in other production areas as needed based on workload demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the area Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to operate powered equipment

Basic arithmetic skills

Independence

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Guitar Center certification to operate powered equipment

Tools

DAX system

Job description

Transport product for the Music & Arts department using powered equipment to support efficient warehouse operations. Move materials between departments and storage locations while ensuring product is accurately allocated for storage or shipment. This role supports overall distribution center productivity by maintaining accurate product movement and inventory handling.

Position Summary

Transport product for the Music & Arts department using powered equipment to support efficient warehouse operations. Move materials between departments and storage locations while ensuring product is accurately allocated for storage or shipment. This role supports overall distribution center productivity by maintaining accurate product movement and inventory handling.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Store and retrieve product using appropriate powered equipment.
• Verify the accuracy of pallets and product moved within the facility.
• Operate powered lift equipment for the majority of the shift; supporting small goods operations as needed.
• Receive and execute work orders and material movement instructions through the DAX system.
• Retrieve product from designated locations to fulfill shipment requirements.
• Allocate product into the appropriate reserve storage locations.
• Maintain department safety and housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in other production areas as needed based on workload demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the area Supervisor or Manager.

Education and Experience

• Must be Guitar Center certified to operate powered equipment or be willing and able to obtain certification if selected.
• Ability to read and write English, and perform basic arithmetic.
• Aptitude for working with the DAX system to identify, retrieve, move, and secure product for storage or shipment.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency when processing orders.
• Demonstrated reliability with the ability to maintain an excellent attendance record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to support other production areas and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to share detailed information with drivers and processors across departments.
• Positive attitude and demonstrated support for company goals.

Physical Demand and Work Effort

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and work in varying temperatures, including hot conditions during summer months.
• Must be comfortable operating powered equipment at heights of up to 50 feet while wearing a safety harness.