Equipment Operator - 1st Shift - Temporary

Terex Corporation•Southaven, MS

About The Position

Genie is seeking a skilled and dedicated Equipment Operator based in Southaven, Mississippi. The role supports warehouse operations by receiving materials, picking and packing customer orders, processing shipping transactions, and potentially performing inventory control and continuous improvement activities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This is a temporary position with potential to convert to a Genie team member after 90 days, based on attendance and performance expectations. The Equipment Operator handles materials throughout the facility, operates powered industrial trucks and other material-moving equipment, uses computer and RF mobile systems, maintains orderly work areas, and follows standard work procedures. Team members are expected to prioritize safety, quality, inventory control, and Lean principles and to adapt to changing priorities and different warehouse areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience with powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment.
At least 1 year of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Flexibility to work in a fluid environment with changing priorities and ongoing improvement.
Ability to learn quickly, work independently and as part of a team, and work without constant direction.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Problem-solving skills and ability to make timely, independent decisions.
Comfort and experience working with PCs and RF mobile equipment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
Basic Microsoft Office skills.
Ability to lift, pull, push, and guide objects weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly.
Ability to walk, stand, reach, stoop, bend, and crawl continuously.
Sufficient hand-arm-eye coordination to position or align objects, make intricate connections, and take precise measurements.
Visual acuity to observe moving objects and events and select and place materials.
Auditory ability to project one's voice in a production environment and hear instructions.

Nice To Haves

Current PIT license.

Responsibilities

Unload, receive, stock, pick, pack, ship, load, and transfer inventory.
Use TMS software on a computer and/or RF mobile equipment.
Stack skids or pallets in designated areas.
Keep warehouse storage locations, aisles, equipment, staging areas, and workstations neat, organized, and 5S-compliant.
Safely and efficiently operate powered industrial trucks up to 15,000 lbs., including sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, stackers, electric pallet jacks, and work assist vehicles.
Move materials safely through the facility using manually powered carts and fixtures.
Handle all materials efficiently and promptly.
Work flexibly in all areas of the warehouse.
Follow Standard Work Procedures and uphold safety, quality, inventory control, and Lean principles.
Escalate key issues to the Supervisor or Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.