Equipment Operator I

Daikin Applied Americas•Dayton, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Daikin Applied is hiring an Equipment Operator I at its Dayton, Ohio facility. The role operates basic warehouse equipment and Powered Industrial Vehicles to move materials throughout the facility, supporting tasks such as loading, unloading, put away, running, and picking. The operator follows safety and operational procedures, inspects equipment before use, uses basic computer programs, Warehouse Management System functions, and handheld scanners, and escalates quality issues. The position requires maintaining an organized work area and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while using proper PPE. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Starting wage is $19.00 per hour. Employment is contingent on completion of pre-employment requirements, which may include employment and education verification, background screening, and drug testing as permitted by law. Work visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

High school education/GED or a minimum of 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials.
Ability to stand for the majority of the shift and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining proper PPE.
Ability to use hand tools for extended periods.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

Follow all safety and operational policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Operate basic warehouse equipment according to standard operating procedures.
Safely transport materials throughout the facility using Powered Industrial Vehicles, including unloading, loading, put away, runner, and picking tasks.
Conduct pre-operation inspections.
Use basic computer programs, Warehouse Management System functions, and handheld scanners to complete daily tasks.
Identify quality issues and escalate them appropriately.
Demonstrate increasing responsibility for equipment operation and the types of equipment used.
Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off and holiday pay.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options.
Company-provided life insurance, with optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage, and voluntary accident coverage.
Short-term disability and optional employee-paid voluntary long-term disability.
401(k) match.
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service.
Referral bonus program.
120 hours of paid time off for new employees, prorated based on start date.
88 hours of company-paid holidays.
40 hours of paid sick and safe time, prorated based on start date.
Growth opportunities.
Climate-controlled facility.