Yard Operations Associate - Outdoor, Inventory & Forklift

Peri Group; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Paid time off

Job summary

PERI in Elkridge, MD is seeking a Yard Associate to support stockyard operations and maintain a safe, organized work environment. You will perform manual tasks, load/unload materials, assist with inventory, and help other departments as needed.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfortable using basic tools. On-the-job training is provided along with a comprehensive benefits package and an hourly wage of $19.50.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates high emotional intelligence and cultivates strong relationships with internal teams.
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively with team members.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, time management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in basic math skills.
• Competent in reading a tape measure.
• Experienced in utilizing small hand and power tools.
• Capability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes.
• Willingness to learn through on-the-job training as needed.
• Ability to communicate verbally and hear effectively.
• Visual acuity for seeing objects clearly, including close and distance vision.

Responsibilities

• Perform and complete all assigned tasks as assigned by the department and within the designed timeframe.
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Assist with conducting inventory counting to ensure accuracy.
• Operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, safely and efficiently.
• Assist with performing yard maintenance and clean-up tasks.
• Clean, count, and move equipment as assigned by the department.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following safety and housekeeping processes and procedures.
• Assist in coaching and mentoring new hires during the onboarding process.
• Accurately and efficiently input data using handheld technology or similar devices to track and maintain accurate order counts and shipment data.
• Assist craft workers as required.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Self-motivation

Time management

Attention to detail

Math skills

Tape measure reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

On-the-job learning

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

PERI in Elkridge, MD is seeking a Yard Associate to support stockyard operations and maintain a safe, organized work environment. You will perform manual tasks, load/unload materials, assist with inventory, and help other departments as needed.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfortable using basic tools. On-the-job training is provided along with a comprehensive benefits package and an hourly wage of $19.50.