Seasonal Power Equipment Operator, Joppa CFC - Full Time

Macy's • Joppa, MD

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Power Equipment Operator is part of the behind-the-scenes warehouse team, operating powered industrial trucks and other equipment to move merchandise safely and efficiently in furniture, bedding, and fulfillment warehouses. The role involves navigating narrow aisles and working at heights of up to 40 feet to pick, pull, put away, stack, and count merchandise. Operators use warehouse and proprietary systems and devices to enter information accurately, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with colleagues to meet operational and customer needs. This is a seasonal, full-time position at the Joppa CFC. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled for 30 or more hours per week; schedules depend on business needs and colleague availability.

The position requires dependable attendance and flexibility to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Operators may be cross-trained in other facility areas. Physical duties include lifting and moving items weighing up to 75 pounds, standing and walking for prolonged periods, and frequent reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing. The role also requires the ability to use, hear, and see safety and emergency alarms and power industrial truck warning devices.

Requirements

• Previous power equipment experience is preferred but not required.
• Comfort working at heights on power equipment, including raising oneself, equipment, and merchandise up to 40 feet.
• Flexible availability for days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Proficiency using computers and handheld technology.
• Ability and willingness to be cross-trained in other facility areas based on business needs.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, up to 12 hours excluding breaks, and to perform frequent lifting, repetitive movement, reaching above eye level, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to use, hear, and see safety and emergency alarms and power industrial truck warning devices.
• Supply chain colleagues are subject to random drug testing, generally conducted monthly or semi-monthly; selected colleagues must complete testing within 24 hours of notification, subject to stated exceptions.

Nice To Haves

• Previous power equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks, including stock pickers and reach trucks, to move merchandise safely and efficiently.
• Use power equipment in narrow aisles and at heights up to 40 feet to pick, pull, put away, stack, and count merchandise to required standards.
• Enter information accurately using PCs, handheld computers, radio frequency equipment, or similar devices, and use warehouse and proprietary systems.
• Work safely at heights while using a harness and moving equipment; promptly report equipment failures, damage, accidents, and environmental safety issues.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and People Leaders.
• Follow start-of-shift practices, including wearing a name badge, following the dress code, attending start-ups, preparing the work area, and staying informed about daily goals.
• Handle merchandise with care and work with speed and accuracy to support customer orders.
• Help create an inclusive, respectful workplace by greeting, assisting, and building trust with colleagues.
• At the end of the shift, tidy the workstation, return equipment, replenish supplies, and recognize colleagues who provided support.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow employment policies and safety rules and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays
• Continuous learning and leadership development
• Colleague Resource Groups
• Volunteer opportunities
• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice

What This Job Offers

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