Forklift Operator - Part-Time Weekends

1414 S West Street, Indianapolis IN

Description

Founded in 1951, Merchandise Warehouse is recognized as a premier logistics provider of cold storage warehouse services in the Midwest. We exist to provide warehousing services for our customers, a family environment for our employees, and outreach support for our community. Merchandise Warehouse is looking for experienced stand-up forklift and electric pallet jack (walkie riders) operators who are comfortable working in a multi-temperature warehouse. PART-TIME Weekend Schedule Available: Saturday – Sunday – Monday: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shifts Available 1st shift hourly rate starts at $24.00 per hour 2nd & 3rd shifts hourly rate starts at $25.00 per hour *Maximum Work Hours = 29* Job Description: Organization Reports to Shift Supervisor and/or Team Lead. Accountability Responsible for accurate receiving, storing, and shipping of product to meet company standards of sanitation, safety, security, and productivity. Responsibilities Inbound Freight: Count all product, compare to manifest and check all shipments for damage, infestation, and production code dates. Report shortages, damages, and miss-shipments on appropriate forms. Sign for inbound shipments when necessary. Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store merchandise. Use RF scanner to stock inbound. Order Picking:Ensure that the correct number and type of product is picked. Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment. Stencil, tag, or mark orders as required. Outbound Freight: Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Accept signature for outbound, as necessary. Efficiently move product into trailers, rail cars or containers. Equipment: Maintain equipment in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. Operate equipment safely and efficiently. Comply with OSHA and company standards. Inventory:Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts. Ensure proper stock rotation. Other Duties:Repack or re-box cases per customer instructions. Repair and recoup damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine. Charge forklift battery as needed; clean work areas, clean railcars, trailers, and truck bays as requested. Qualifications Education: High School Graduate, or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year previous warehouse experience operating standup forklifts, reach forklifts, and electric pallet jacks (Walkie Riders) preferred. Knowledge/Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, multiply) and write legibly. Essential Job Functions: Must be able to work in a refrigerator/freezer environment, must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods (at least 2 hours straight, four times in an 8-hour day). Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper techniques to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to safely operate MHE within the confines of the equipment. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Special Requirements: Must have responsible work habits and pass any pre-employment tests. Must pass the drug test and a background check. Must be familiar with warehouse management systems. We are a second chance company. Merchandise Warehouse Culture Mission Statement: To provide a family environment where Team Members can find acceptance, opportunity, and purpose. Vision Statement: Merchandise Warehouse will be recognized as the premiere logistics provider of multi-temperature warehouse services in the Midwest. Merchandise Warehouse Core Values: • Respect • Integrity • Professionalism Merchandise Warehouse Operating Principles: • People support what they help create. • If you don’t measure, you can’t manage. • Success requires consistent follow through and accountability. If interested in working for a family-owned company with a rich history and culture, please apply at: www.mwcold.com/careers EOE M/F/V/D Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour