Warehouse Forklift/Cherry Picker Operator - 1st Shift Shipping

Bob's Discount Furniture; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Pet Insurance

Career progression pathways

Employee Discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bob's Discount Furniture is seeking a Shipping Equipment Operator to pick products throughout the Distribution Center using a cherry picker lift and RF scanners. You'll stage items at loading areas and work with teammates to meet daily goals.

Ideal candidates will safely operate lifts up to 40 ft, handle RF scanners, and communicate effectively. Bob's offers comprehensive benefits, weekend availability, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating forklift and/or cherry picker equipment preferred.
• Ability to work at heights up to 40 ft.
• Flexibility to work weekends and varying shifts.
• Strong communication and reading/writing skills as required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker lift up to 40 ft.
• Utilize RF scanners to identify and locate product.
• Load staged product from storage racks onto cherry picker lift.
• Move product from lift into proper location in loading area.
• Cooperate with team members to complete tasks and set goals.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Cherry picker operation

RF scanner usage

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF Scanners

Cherry Picker equipment

Forklift equipment

Job description

Shipping Equipment Operator

Job Overview

The Shipping Equipment Operator is responsible for accurately picking product from the designated locations throughout the Distribution Center and staging the product at the proper loading areas. The operators utilize a cherry picker style lift and RF scanners in order to successfully complete their duties. Other responsibilities include:

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker lift up to 40ft. in the air.
• Utilize RF scanners in order to identify and locate product.
• Load staged product from storage racks onto cherry picker lift.
• Move product from lift into proper location in the loading area.
• Cooperate with team members to complete tasks and set goals
• All other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring to Bob’s

At Bob's Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Skills for Success

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:

Core Competencies & Expertise

• Ability to safely and effectively operate forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
• General understanding of warehouse/distribution center operations.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.

Who We Are

At Bob's, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

How We Will Support Your Success

We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob's, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.

Compensation

• Starting hourly pay at $20.00 - $22.00/hour (Based on experience)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways
• Employee Discount starting on Day 1 , plus exclusive partner discounts
• And so much more!

Our Culture & Core Values

At Bob's, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values-Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun-guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates each other!

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience in a Warehouse environment.
• Must have experience operating forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
• Comfortable with heights up to 40ft. in the air.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the department, which includes availability for weekends
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.
• Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob's

Physical Demands

• Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, push and handle and move items weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of the distribution center.
• Move objects up to 250 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations
• Stand and walk continuously to perform job functions.
• Standing, walking, lifting, and arranging product: 90%
• Sitting: 5%
• Desk or phone work: 5%

Diversity is a Core Value at Bob’s

At Bob's Discount Furniture, we want you to feel at home. Whether you’re shopping with us or a part of the Bob's team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are.

We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve.

Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:

$20.00 - $22.00/hour (Based on experience)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is policy of Bob's Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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