Warehouse Equipment Operator - Safe, Skilled, Global Roles

Dematic; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic seeks a skilled Equipment Operator for warehouse operations. You will operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, and sit-down forklifts to move, locate, stack, and count products, while loading/unloading and assisting with inventories.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of forklift experience, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Safety and efficiency are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating powered industrial trucks in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Valid certification or license to operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, and sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to read and interpret packing slips, manifests, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, and sit-down forklifts to move/pick product throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload materials from trailers and storage areas.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance needs.
• Pick, stage, and transport materials according to work orders and inventory systems.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle audits.
• Accurately complete required paperwork and system entries for material movement.
• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Work ethic

Forklift operation experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dematic seeks a skilled Equipment Operator for warehouse operations. You will operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, and sit-down forklifts to move, locate, stack, and count products, while loading/unloading and assisting with inventories.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of forklift experience, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Safety and efficiency are essential in this role.