Warehouse Operator

Veolia; Johnstown (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia in North America is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate to handle routine tasks, operate pallet jacks and forklifts, and keep Maximo CMMS up to date. You will support craft personnel, arrange materials for jobs, and maintain accurate inventory while contributing to a safe, compliant workplace.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and forklift certification, with experience using CMMS systems and sourcing materials.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with Maximo/CMMS system required.
• Experience sourcing material for jobs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment and wear PPE.
• Loads and unloads material for deliveries and shipments.
• Moves material with hand trucks, pallet trucks, and forklifts.
• Operates and maintains packaging equipment and lift trucks.
• Review work orders in Maximo and draft purchase orders as needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory in Maximo for audits.
• Coordinate with craft personnel to identify material needs and sources.
• Support vendor coordination and material planning.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Forklift

Inventory management

Communication

Job description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks in the shipping and receiving of parts and material. Operate equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts to move parts around for proper storage. Manage the flow of the inventory and keep the CMMS (Maximo) system up to date. Supports craft personnel with identifying and sourcing parts.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment. Works safely and wears appropriate PPE.
• Comply with all environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Loads and unloads material for deliveries and shipments.
• Constructs packaging/boxes/containers to prepare for shipment.
• Moves material within the facility using appropriate equipment such as hand trucks, pallet trucks, forklifts, etc. for proper storage.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance/inspections on packaging equipment and lift trucks.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Works within Maximo/VAMS CMMS system to review work orders and draft purchase orders as needed.
• Maintains accurate accounting of Inventory in Maximo/VAMS to be ready for monthly and annual audits.
• Works with craft personnel to identify material needed, and sources material from various vendors.
• Helps to plan work by providing updates on material availability and update work orders accordingly.
• Supports vendor coordination.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) preferred.
• Experience with Maximo / CMMS system required.
• Experience sourcing material for jobs of various disciplines preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment.
• Ability to work well in team environment.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• Forklift Certification

Additional Information

Benefits:

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.