Warehouse Equipment Operator 2nd Shift

TIG Distributing Inc; Pontoon Beach (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TIG Distributing Inc in Pontoon Beach, IL is seeking a Warehouse Equipment Operator for 2nd shift. The role involves operating forklift and cherry picker equipment to move products safely, with duties including order picking, loading/unloading, and inventory counts.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year in a warehouse or logistics setting, plus comfort with RF scanners and a fast-paced environment. Safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year in warehouse or logistics environment.
• RF scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and cherry picker safely following company protocols.
• Inspect machinery and perform basic maintenance as needed.
• Load/unload materials, move and stack in designated areas.
• Daily order picking and fulfillment from customer orders.
• Locate and move stock to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality issues.
• Assist in other warehouse tasks and packing as needed.
• Load freight manually and with pallet jacks.
• Weigh and shrink-wrap outgoing pallets.
• Keep dock and inventory areas clean and organized.
• Conduct inventory counts as requested.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

RF scanner

Job description

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Warehouse Equipment Operator 2nd Shift

Full Time Pontoon Beach, Pontoon Beach, IL, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1011

Job Summary

The Warehouse Equipment Operators are responsible for operating Material Handler Equipment (MHE) such as fork-lift and cherry picker equipment to efficiently and safely move products within the warehouse. When there is no product to be moved, this position will help in other areas such as hand unloading products from trucks and picking products for orders.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate fork-lift, cherry picker (MHE) equipment safely by following all the protocols set forth by the company.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Load and Unload materials from incoming vehicles, move, and stack them in assigned places utilizing a forklift, turret, and other warehouse equipment.
• Daily order picking and fulfillment from customer orders provided by the TIG warehouse logistics coordinator and supervisor.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Assist in other warehouse-related tasks such as picking orders accurately, packaging products, restocking products, and areas of receiving and shipping.
• Load freight shipments manually and with warehouse equipment, such as pallet jacks as needed.
• Weigh and shrink-wrap outgoing pallets as required.
• Performs general housekeeping, maintenance, and organization of the dock and inventory areas.
• Provide general warehouse support as needed, such as organizing products, and maintaining clean and safe work areas.
• Conduct inventory counts as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Minimum one year of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Experience and competence with computers, RF scanner experience preferred.
• Assertive and clear written and oral communication.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to problem solve.
• Ability to work independently and team-orientated, able to work with diverse individuals within and outside of TIG.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 40 pounds on their own, use hands to grasp or handle objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear. Able to perform physical labor continually and stand for long periods.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required from personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.