Warehouse Power Equipment Operator - Guitar Center

The Warehouse Equipment Operator will ship, receive, unload, scan, move, stage, load, locate, relocate, and stack product, utilizing equipment to perform tasks to ensure that department facility objectives are met. The incumbent performs the required tasks independently. The incumbent may perform duties in the areas of technical support, design, and analysis, and can be required to make recommendations. Work is performed under the general supervision of an immediate supervisor, who reviews the completed work to assess the degree of judgment and compliance with standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products/materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.

* Operate various types of equipment in the warehouse, including RF Scanners, Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift, Turret, Order Picker, and any other powered equipment as needed for the task on hand.

* Responsible for order selection processes as assigned by the Operations Supervisor and/or Operations Manager.

* Assess all products and pallets, notifying supervisor(s) of any damaged materials.

* Responsible for maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in the department.

* Continuous mental and/or visual attention; the work requires constant alertness in a warehouse environment.

* The physical demand typically applied in this job includes lifting, pulling, reaching, carrying, pushing, standing, walking, stooping, and bending.

* Able to stand for long periods of time and work in hot conditions during summer months.

* Able to lift 30 – 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.

* Able to lift to 100 lbs. with help on an occasional basis.

* Lifting: 40 % of time 100 pounds

* Sitting:10 % of time

* Walking/Standing: 50 % of time

* Climbing: % of time

* Additional duties as assigned.

* Must be flexible to working overtime, which is sometimes mandatory.

SPECIAL ATTRIBUTES:

* Collaboration: Able to develop cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties. Able to build relationships with others by offering help and providing suggestions for improvement.

* Customer Focus: Understands customer service principles and the importance of providing an excellent customer experience. Keeps customers in mind when designing or executing processes or procedures.

* Initiative: Able to identify opportunities & issues and assess, prioritize and follow through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them. Able to take positive action without being requested to do so. Focuses on ongoing learning and development.

* Interpersonal Communication: Able to communicate through various means with diverse people in a clear, concise, and courteous manner. Able to demonstrate respect to others, surroundings, and self. Able to read and comprehend instructions.

* Organizational Skills: Able to utilize time, energy, and resources to manage priorities such as projects, stay on track, and achieve goals. Able to adjust to changing priorities. Able to multitask and pay strong attention to detail. Able to complete tasks thoroughly in a timely manner.

* Technology Skills: Able to navigate technology systems, equipment, and computer programs needed to fulfill communication, customer service, and business needs & expectations.

* High School Diploma or GED equivalency required.

* 1 year of relevant work experience, preferably within a distribution center or warehouse.

* 1 year of experience operating various types of powered equipment in a warehouse environment, such as Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift, Turret, Order Picker

* Experience driving Crown Powered Equipment preferred

* Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.

Working Environment

* Warehouse environment, subject to moderate temperature changes. There are minimal health hazards due to working on or around a forklift.

Payrate: $18.25/hour

$500 Sign-on bonus

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐ related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‐818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com.

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