Warehouse Equipment Operator Apprentice - 1st Shift - PAID TRAINING

Stonewall Kitchen; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Employee discount

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Stonewall Kitchen, LLC is seeking a Warehouse Apprentice to train on industrial equipment and advance to an Equipment Operator role. The position covers receiving, picking, packing, and shipping, with a path to certification and growth within the company.

You will learn to operate reach trucks, order pickers, stand-up forklifts, and walkie riders while maintaining accuracy and safety. The role is full-time with standard weekday hours, optional overtime, and a competitive hourly wage starting at

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory management and RF scanners.
• Ability to read numbers and letters on RF scanner screens.

Responsibilities

• Train and certify on Reach Truck, Order Picker, Stand-up Forklift, and/or Walkie Rider.
• Load and unload product from trucks.
• Accurately pick items according to orders and RF scans.
• Pack and prepare orders for shipment with proper labeling.
• Assist in maintaining warehouse cleanliness and order.
• Identify damaged or incorrect items and report discrepancies.
• Operate warehouse equipment and comply with safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team and communicate with supervisors for smooth workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced

Work at heights

Lift 50 lbs

Organizational skills

Basic math & reading

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Job Objective

The Warehouse Apprentice, Warehouse Equipment Operator must be willing and able to train on industrial warehouse equipment. This position offers a clear path for growth once fully trained and certified as an Equipment Operator. The Equipment Operator uses various equipment including a Reach Truck, Order Picker, Stand-up Forklift, and/or Walkie Rider to perform an array of functions that include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, managing, organizing, and retrieving stock in the warehouse, and ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse to meet company standards.

Why join our team?

• Position is full-time, year-round with paid time off
• Benefits eligible including a 401k match up to 4%
• Employee discount up to 50%
• Great work environment with an awesome team and opportunity for growth!
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (with mandatory overtime)
• $20.00 per hour, increasing to $23.00 per hour once fully trained.
• Sign-on Bonus: Payable in two installments. $500 upon completion of 90 days of employment, $500 upon completion of 180 days of employment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Train and obtain certification on Reach Truck, Order Picker, Stand-up Forklift, and/or Walkie Rider

• Physically load and unload product off/on trucks.
• Accurately pick items according to order slips or by using RF scanning equipment.
• Pack and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring they are properly labeled and meet quality standards.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining warehouse cleanliness and order.
• Identify damaged, missing, or incorrect items and report discrepancies to management.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as standup forklifts, powered riding pallet jacks, and reach trucks,
• Comply with all company policies and local, state, and federal regulations regarding warehouse operations.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve overall warehouse objectives.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other departments to ensure a seamless workflow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or similar environment highly preferred.
• Experience with inventory management and RF scanners.
• Understand numbers and letters on an RF scanner's screen.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working at heights, including operating equipment or performing tasks at elevated levels
• Physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Basic math and computer skills in English or least the ability to read numbers and letters.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, squat, climb stairs, and lift for extended periods.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and humidity.
• Ability to work overtime including Saturdays.

Stonewall Kitchen, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

Stonewall Kitchen participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.

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