Material Handler (Equiptment Operator) - 1st Shift
Emerson
Southaven, MS, USA
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks at Southaven docks following established safety and quality standards
- Support receiving operations by separating, organizing, labeling, and staging incoming material
- Perform put‑away of inbound freight to assigned rack, bin, or floor locations using RF scanning
- Transport and stage finished goods for outbound shipment in coordination with shipping schedules
- Operate powered industrial equipment (forklift, cherry picker, tri‑loader) safely and in compliance with site‑specific procedures
- Accurately complete material movements and transactions using handheld RF scanners
- Perform routine housekeeping to maintain clean aisles, dock areas, and work zones
- Follow all Emerson safety requirements, including fall protection when working at elevated heights
- Meet department quality, attendance, safety, and productivity expectations
- Assist with training and onboarding of new team members as needed
- Provide operational support to other Southaven departments during peak or business‑critical periods
- Perform other duties as assigned to support site operations
Who You Are:
You take accountability for your work and consistently follow through on commitments while maintaining a strong focus on safety and accuracy. You adapt well to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast‑paced operational environment. You collaborate openly with team members, share knowledge willingly, and contribute positively to team success.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions with limited supervision
- Successful completion of Emerson‑required training and certification for powered industrial equipment, including forklift, cherry picker, and tri‑loader
- Comfort working at heights up to 20 feet while wearing required fall protection equipment
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical tasks including walking, standing, and working on concrete surfaces for extended periods (8+ hours)
- Ability to accurately and efficiently use handheld RF scanning devices
- Commitment to following all Company safety policies, procedures, and Southaven site guidelines
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Previous experience in receiving, put‑away, or outbound shipping operations
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems and RF‑based inventory transactions
- Experience working in a high‑volume manufacturing or distribution environment
- Prior experience supporting cross‑functional warehouse or production teams
Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson, we believe safety, respect, and inclusion are essential to how we work. We are committed to providing a supportive, team‑focused environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to contribute. At our Southaven location, we invest in training, continuous improvement, and opportunities for growth so our people can build meaningful careers while supporting operational excellence.
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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The Material Handler plays a key role in supporting safe, accurate, and efficient material flow throughout the facility. This role is responsible for transporting parts and materials using powered equipment such as a cherry picker or tri‑loader, as well as performing hands‑on material handling activities. The Material Handler contributes to inventory accuracy, workplace safety, and a smooth supply chain operation by executing precise material transactions and maintaining organized work areas.