Warehouse Associate/Equipment Operator

Global Industrial Company; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Industrial Company in DeSoto, Texas is seeking a Warehouse Associate to fill customer orders by operating equipment such as Cherry Pickers and Reach Trucks. The position demands experience in a warehouse setting, proficiency with material handling equipment, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Ideal candidates should possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and have excellent reading skills to interpret assembly instructions. Join us in delivering value and keeping operations running smoothly!

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a warehouse environment required.
• 1+ year experience with material handling equipment required.
• Previous experience operating a Reach Truck and/or Cherry Picker required.

Responsibilities

• Fill customer orders by operating a Cherry Picker and/or Reach Truck.
• Operate equipment to move products efficiently and safely.
• Assemble customer orders from stock for shipping.

Job description

Global Industrial Company (NYSE: GIC) is a leading distributor of high‑quality, industrial‑strength equipment and supplies, serving organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. With more than 75 years of experience, customers rely on us for our broad portfolio of national and private brands, trusted service, and strong value proposition.

We help customers keep their operations running by delivering the right products when they need them—because We Can Supply That™.

Make an impact. Be recognized. Grow your career with us.
Global Industrial — Delivering Value Starts Here

• Fill customer orders by operating a Cherry Picker and/or Reach Truck in a fast paced environment.
• Operates equipment to move product in an efficient and safe manner.
• Uses an RF scanner gun to determine the proper products to be moved, gathered, or distributed for completing customer orders.
• Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets, shelves or conveyor belts based on the necessary route for either the packing station or shipping department.
• Assist Receiving Department with unloading new arrival merchandise from trucks when needed.
• Assist inventory and returns department with day to day operation.
• Assemble component parts to build various types of lockers and cabinets.
• Utilize various manual, air and electrical hand tools in an efficient and safe manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies and skills

• Previous experience operating a Reach Truck and/or Cherry Picker required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a Warehouse environment required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with material handling equipment required.
• Previous experience utilizing an RF Scanner required.
• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting assembly instructions and drawings to facilitate the assembly process.
• Independently able to life products weighing up to 75 lbs on a continuous basis in a productive environment.
• Able to stand, walk, pull and bend 100% of the day on a continuous basis in a fast‑paced environment.
• Reading and comprehension skills.

EEO/AA Statement

Global Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.