Utility Worker (Mid Shift - 10am to 6:30pm)

City of Shakopee, MN; Olive Branch, Northern (MS, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Olive Branch, MS is hiring a Utility Worker (Powered Equipment Operator) to maintain a clean, safe warehouse and support maintenance teams. You will operate motorized equipment, transport goods, and help with facility upkeep in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least 6 months of related experience, forklift certification, and distribution center exposure. Safety, teamwork, and physical stamina are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 6 months of related experience.
• Distribution center experience.
• Prior forklift certification with 6 months previous warehouse experience.
• Previous shipping/material handling experience.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, push and pull for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift product/cartons weighing in excess to 50 pounds.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Follow directions and see the task through safely.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Move supplies within the warehouse using motorized equipment such as forklifts and reach lifts.
• Transport goods and containers through the warehouse using a forklift.
• Move pallets, trash bins, and supplies to/from trucks.
• Baler operator; manage waste streams and sort recyclables.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and clean equipment.
• Adhere to safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment and uphold productivity requirements.
• Work overtime as required.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Reach lift

Job description

Are you a UTILITY WORKER (Powered Equipment Operator) looking for an opportunity to grow? Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Olive Branch, MS, you will will keep the warehouse facility, production areas, grounds, and inventory areas clean, orderly, maintained, safe and secure. You will assist the maintenance and custodial teams in performing tasks in the upkeep and repair of facilities, transporting products safely as required within the warehouse using motorized equipment such as reach lifts.

If you thrive in a fast -paced environment and you have mechanical and custodial aptitude, this is the job for you!

• Mid Shift (Monday through Friday) 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
• Shift pay: $1.48

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Responsible for moving supplieswithin the warehouse by means of motorized equipment, such as forklifts, reach lifts.
• Responsible for transporting goods, empty gaylords, containing cardboard, plastic, paper etc. through the warehouse with the use of a forklift.
• Responsible for moving pallets, trash bins, suppliesunto and out of trucks.
• Baler operator—specializes in managing industrial waste streams, sorting recyclable materials, and operating machinery to prepare waste for disposal or recycling.
• Performing basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment running sweeper/scrubber.
• Performing basic building maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to all safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Performvital housekeeping duties to maintain clean work environment.
• Maintain safe actions on and off the equipment in compliance with all safety rules/regulationsrequired by Emerson, federal, state, and local provisions.
• Meet department quality, attendance, and productivity requirements.
• Work overtime as required.
• Other duties as assigned by managerial staffwithin the warehouse or maintenance departments.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 6 months of related experience.
• Distribution center experience.
• Prior forklift certification with 6 months previous warehouse experience.
• Previous shipping/material handling experience.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, push and pull for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift product/cartons weighing in excess to 50 pounds.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Follow directions and see the task through safely.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
  

Who You Are:

You consistently achieve results even under tough circumstances. You deliver messages in a clear compelling and concise manner and actively listens to instructions and ensures to check for understanding. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 6 months of related experience.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.
• Distribution center experience.
• Prior forklift certification with 6 months previous warehouse experience.
• Previous shipping/material handling experience.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, push and pull for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift product/cartons weighing in excess to 50 pounds.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Follow directions and see the task through safely.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
  

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Ability to operate forklift in a safe manner.
• Follow written and/or oral instructions in English.
• Ability to work quickly meeting efficiency and quality standards.
• Promote an environment where individual contribution (s) toward quality and cost effectiveness are improved.
• Pass forklift certifications and requirements to operate forklifts.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.