Equipment Operator - Day Shift JJV

NXTPoint Logistics•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

This position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift or other powered material handling equipment (MHE) to move, stack, or pick/pull merchandise. Work may cover all phases of warehousing, depending on operational needs, including shipping, receiving, inventorying, product repackaging, palletizing, and forklift operation. The role is based in a fully climate-controlled facility with an onsite employee cafeteria and free access to an onsite fitness center. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Warehouse conditions may include vibration, improperly illuminated or awkward and confining workspaces, seasonal temperature variations and outside weather, work above ground level where falling is possible, and typical loud noises. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

At least 6 months of verifiable work experience within the prior 36 months operating material handling equipment required for the role, such as a sit-down or stand-up forklift, reach truck, or cherry/order picker.
Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Able to carry and climb a ladder.
Able to stand and walk for extended periods, including at least 2 hours straight four times during an 8-hour day.
Able to frequently twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level, and crouch.
Able to use hands and feet simultaneously and perform repetitive movements.
Able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently, following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards, and perform daily inspections and maintenance.
Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using powered material handling equipment and its applicable lifting devices.
Safely unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations.
Stack and store merchandise in appropriate areas.
Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring accuracy for loading and shipments.
Move products from staging or storage areas into trailers or containers.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
Perform pick-and-pack, light assembly, labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed.
Maintain appropriate records and reports to support inventory control and security measures.
Assist with physical inventories as needed.