Equipment Operator

Kubota•Edgerton, KS

About The Position

Equipment Operators assist with parts and whole-goods shipping, receiving, and put-away activities in Kubota warehouses and distribution centers. The role involves operating forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers for approximately 80% of working time, as well as handling, moving, loading, unloading, and storing goods and equipment. Operators follow applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and inventory control instructions, and help maintain a safe and orderly work area. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Willingness to work any shift, including days, nights, and weekends.
Certification to operate a forklift, reach truck, and order picker as required by OSHA standards.
Good language and reading skills; basic computer skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
High degree of attention to prevent injury and promote a safe work environment.
Ability to complete assignments accurately, promptly, and safely.
Ability to work in a fast-paced OSHA-regulated environment while operating equipment safely.
Knowledge of OSHA safety and forklift safety requirements.
Ability to fulfill delivery orders and solve inbound or outbound freight concerns, with independent order-filling and mentoring responsibilities at the expert competency level.

Responsibilities

Obtain shipping or put-away orders and transport materials or equipment to and from designated facility areas.
Move palletized or crated goods around the storage facility.
Load and unload carriers of Kubota parts and equipment, which may involve operating tractors, excavators, RTVs, and similar equipment.
Stack goods in the correct storage bays according to inventory control instructions.
Check that trucks are properly loaded and that materials and equipment are secure.
Stack empty pallets.
Perform daily equipment checks, including recharging truck batteries and lubricating equipment.
Remove machine attachments and waste material from machines.
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
Assist with warehouse maintenance, including placing waste materials in appropriate disposal bins.
Fulfill delivery orders each shift, address inbound and outbound freight concerns, and work independently on filling orders; experienced operators may mentor new forklift operators.
Follow operating instructions and maintain required records.