Reach Truck/Cherry Picker Driver- 1st Shift ( 6AM- 2PM)

Michael's; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Michaels is seeking a Material Handler - Equipment Operator to support our Distribution Center's mission of processing freight accurately and safely. The role includes operating industrial equipment, meeting safety standards, and participating in various order fulfillment and inventory management tasks. Candidates should have a high school education and experience in a warehouse setting.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Generous employee discounts

Qualifications

• 2-4 years prior experience using manual and powered industrial equipment.
• Basic warehouse and Distribution Center knowledge required.
• Successful performance in a production environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inventory using industrial equipment.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment and document production logs.
• Participate in various roles within the Distribution Center such as receiving, order picking, and fulfillment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good record-keeping skills

Attention to details

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school education or equivalency preferred

Tools

Manual and powered industrial equipment

Job description

DC-Alliance

The Material Handler - Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.

Major Activities

• Utilizes manual and/or powered industrial equipment to load and unload inventory.
• Utilizes material handling equipment (reach truck and/or order picker/cherry picker) to fulfill shipping and receiving orders.
• Completes periodic safety training on the operation of machinery.
• Performs routine inspections of equipment and notifies leader of maintenance needs.
• May perform one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and/or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other “specialty” roles that require additional training/experience (e.g., Inventory Control).
• Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Basic computer skills

Other

• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
• Basic math proficiency for certain roles
• Good record-keeping skills with attention to details
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum Education

• High school education or equivalency preferred

Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires

• 2-4 years of prior use of manual and/or powered industrial equipment
• Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge
• Demonstrated success working in a production environment

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Reach Truck or Order Picker Equipment Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds
• Frequent pushing or pulling of material and/or equipment
• Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment
• Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers

Work Environment

• Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits
• Moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment
• Occasional vibration if/when operating powered industrial equipment
• Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc, our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visitwww.michaels.com

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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