Materials Handler (Equipment Operator) Pick/Pack - 1st Shift
Full-time
Southaven, MS, USA
- Pick and handle product for all high-bay picking activities.
- Replenish corrugated materials to support departmental operations.
- Assist Zone 48 with moving finished pallets from designated areas.
- Move materials using approved equipment or manual handling techniques as required.
- Utilize RF scanning equipment to accurately track and manage inventory movements.
- Perform banding, wrapping, counting, and other material handling tasks.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work areas through routine housekeeping.
- Operate equipment safely and follow all Emerson, federal, state, and local safety requirements.
- Meet department quality, attendance, and productivity expectations.
- Support continuous workflow by collaborating with team members and other departments.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
- Successful completion of Emerson training and certification requirements for applicable material handling equipment, including but not limited to forklifts, cherry pickers, and tri-loaders.
- Ability to work at heights up to 20 feet while wearing required fall protection equipment.
- Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to safely lift up to 35 pounds; mechanical assistance is available for heavier items.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift.
- Ability to effectively and accurately operate an RF scanner.
- Ability to safely move, push, pull, wrap, band, and count materials throughout the workday.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Experience operating powered industrial equipment in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of JD Edwards (JDE) systems.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with inventory management and warehouse scanning systems.
- Familiarity with material handling, shipping, receiving, or replenishment processes.
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Based in Southaven, MS, the Material Handler is responsible for safely transporting parts and materials throughout the facility using powered industrial equipment, including a cherry picker and tri-loader. This role supports efficient warehouse operations through material movement, inventory handling, replenishment, wrapping, banding, counting, and general warehouse support activities. The Material Handler contributes to a safe, organized, and productive work environment while meeting quality, safety, and productivity expectations.