Equipment Operator - 1st. Shift

NXTPoint Logistics • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

The Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other powered material handling equipment (MHE) to move, stack, or pick merchandise. The role supports a range of warehouse operations as needed, including shipping, receiving, inventory, product repackaging, palletizing, and equipment operation. The position pays $19.00 per hour.

The operator uses equipment to handle and stage products, maintain accurate and undamaged shipments, and support inventory control and security. Work takes place in warehouse conditions that may involve vibration, awkward or confined workspaces, varying seasonal temperatures, outdoor weather, work above ground level, and typical loud noises.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of verifiable material handling equipment operating experience within the prior 36 months, using equipment required for the role, such as sit-down or stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, or cherry/order pickers.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to carry and climb a ladder.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including at least 2 hours continuously, four times during an 8-hour day.
• Ability to perform frequent twisting, stooping, squatting, reaching above shoulder level, and crouching.
• Ability to use hands and feet simultaneously and perform repetitive movements.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently according to prescribed work methods and OSHA standards, including daily inspection and maintenance.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using powered MHE and lifting devices.
• Move inbound shipments safely to storage locations and stack 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 when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed