Merge Operator

Five Below•Conroe, TX

21h

About The Position

The Merge Operator controls and monitors conveyor lines and product flow, helps keep operations running efficiently, and works closely with loading dock management. The role requires understanding the selection and loading process, monitoring alarms and line performance, clearing jams, and coordinating breaks, lunches, and trailer changes. The operator must meet production standards, maintain work quality, follow safety procedures, inspect and maintain equipment, and communicate operational problems to a manager. The position may also support other departments and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience with a forklift, reach truck, or rider walkie/pallet rider.
Ability to operate all equipment safely and efficiently according to prescribed work methods.
Ability to work flexible hours and an alternate shift for an extended period with limited notice.
Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and oral instructions using common sense.
Ability to stand, stoop, lift, and perform manual dexterity tasks.
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds and remain on feet for the entire shift.
Ability to ascend staircases and perform standing work on an elevated platform.
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to work in cold temperatures in winter and hot temperatures in summer.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the physical inventory process.

Responsibilities

Start and stop conveyor lines and control the flow of product.
Monitor and report the percentage of line capacity diverted or aborted for each loading door.
Monitor outlying conveyor lines to ensure departments are selecting proper wave numbers and keeping pace with operations.
Monitor software alarms for jams, motor overloads, and stoppages, and clear jams.
Work closely with loading dock management teams.
Understand the selection and loading process.
Coordinate breaks, lunches, and trailer changes.
Comply with company work and safety rules.
Continually meet assigned production standards.
Maintain work quality to limit mispicks, shorts, and damages.
Obtain training and certification to operate any required equipment.
Be able and willing to select, load, unload, and/or deliver all products that customers may order.
Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
Inspect equipment daily to ensure it is functioning properly.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently according to prescribed work methods.
Communicate and interact with a manager to address damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications.
Perform additional duties as assigned and support other departments as needed.