Shipping Kentwood Distribution 1st & 2nd Shift

Steelcase Inc.; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelcase Inc. is seeking a warehouse operator in a distribution setting to move, load, and deliver materials using gas or electric hilo equipment. The role follows materials lists, shipping documents and schedules, ensuring safe handling and accurate movement of goods.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to lift heavy loads and work in a distribution environment, and familiarity with bar code readers or computer terminals for product tracking.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a Hilo license and operate a radio within FCC regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in distribution environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas or electric hilo to receive, transport, store, and deliver materials.
• Follow production schedules and load/unload while documenting movements.
• Maintain repair records and daily equipment maintenance checks.

Skills

Hilo operation

Hilo license

RF radio operation

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bar code scanners

Computer terminals

Job description

• Full-time

Job Description

General Description: Operates a gas or electric hilo or other drivable equipment requiring an operator’s license to receive, transport, store and deliver materials, finished goods and component parts to and within distribution areas. Follows verbal or written instructions, such as bills of materials, shipping documents, or production schedules. Safely moves and stacks materials in and about the warehouse, staging area, trailers, etc. Often works off of hilo for extended periods moving/loading materials or finished goods by hand where use of a hilo is not practicable. Hilo work often includes getting off the hilo to deal with paperwork, band/secure/straighten loads, adjust fork width, etc. May also involve use of bar code readers, computer terminals or other electronic devices to track product. Reviews equipment maintenance checklist daily and reports any malfunctions. Maintains required repair records.

Skills/Abilities

• Able to frequently work seated while able to bend and twist as needed to operate the Hilo safely.
• Able to frequently get on or off the Hilo as needed to properly service assigned areas.
• Able to exert in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and /or in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly.
• Able to occasionally lift 35-50 lbs. from floor to waist; lift 50-80 lbs from waist to shoulders; and push / pull up to 100 lbs.
• Able to frequently carry in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to reach forward, laterally and occasionally over the shoulders.
• Able to occasionally grasp with moderate force.
• Able to rotate to other work in the zone, department or any part of Distribution as required.
• Able to maintain a Hilo license and be capable of operating a radio within FCC regulations.

Must be organized and capable of planning routes to maximize efficiency and prevent production delays.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent may be required.

Work Environment:Distribution environment, which may include loading and unloading semi trailers or going outdoors.

Additional Information

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

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