Material Handler - Equipment Operator
The Material Handler - Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and / or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.
Major Activities
- Utilizes manual and / or powered industrial equipment to load and unload inventory.
- Utilizes material handling equipment (reach truck and / or order picker / cherry picker) to fulfill shipping and receiving orders.
- Completes periodic safety training on the operation of machinery.
- Performs routine inspections of equipment and notifies leader of maintenance needs.
- May perform one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and / or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other "specialty" roles that require additional training / experience (e.g., Inventory Control).
- Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate.
Other Duties As Assigned
Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills
Basic computer skillsOther
Ability to work independently and / or as part of a teamBasic math proficiency for certain rolesGood record-keeping skills with attention to detailsGood communication and interpersonal skillsMinimum Education
High school education or equivalency preferredMinimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
2-4 years of prior use of manual and / or powered industrial equipmentBasic warehouse and / or Distribution Center knowledgeDemonstrated success working in a production environmentPreferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills
Reach Truck or Order Picker Equipment Certification preferredPhysical Requirements
Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 poundsFrequent pushing or pulling of material and / or equipmentFrequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipmentFrequent walking, primarily in the warehouseRegular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twistingRepetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and / or fingersWork Environment
Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors / exitsModerate noise level from DC conveyor / sortation system and powered industrial equipmentOccasional vibration if / when operating powered industrial equipmentPotential exposure to fumes and airborne particlesAt The Michaels Companies Inc, our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.