Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift - Temporary

Terex Corporation•Southaven, MS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Genie is hiring a temporary Equipment Operator based in Southaven, Mississippi, working Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. 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 position may involve work across all areas of the warehouse and other duties as assigned. The Equipment Operator handles materials safely and efficiently using powered industrial trucks, manually powered carts and fixtures, a computer, and RF mobile equipment. The role also includes maintaining orderly, clean warehouse areas and following standard work procedures, safety and quality expectations, inventory controls, and Lean principles. The position pays $22.61 per hour. There is potential to convert to a Genie team member after 90 days, with consideration given to attendance and performance expectations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience with powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment.
At least 1 year of previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Ability to work flexibly in a fluid environment with changing priorities and continuous improvement.
Ability to learn quickly and work independently and as part of a team.
Self-motivation and ability to work without constant direction.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong 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 pounds regularly.
Ability to walk, stand, reach, stoop, bend, and crawl continuously.
Sufficient hand-arm-eye coordination to guide objects into specific placements or alignments, make intricate connections, and take precise measurements.
Visual acuity to observe moving objects and events and to select and place materials.
Auditory ability to project one's voice in a production environment and hear instructions.

Nice To Haves

Current powered industrial truck (PIT) license.

Responsibilities

Unload, receive, stock, pick, pack, ship, and load materials, and perform inventory transfers.
Use TMS software through 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.
Operate powered industrial trucks safely and efficiently, including sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, stackers, electric pallet jacks, and work assist vehicles, with equipment rated up to 15,000 pounds.
Move materials through the facility using manually powered carts and fixtures safely and efficiently.
Handle all materials efficiently and in a timely manner.
Work flexibly in all areas of the warehouse.
Follow Standard Work Procedures and commit to safety, quality, inventory control, and Lean principles.
Escalate key issues to a Supervisor or Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.