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Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed or as directed.\nCheck or count freight for accuracy and/or damage and infestation and report safety malfunctions on equipment to appropriate individual(s) as they occur.\nOperate equipment including, but not limited to, stand up forklifts, stand up straddle trucks, walk behinds, pallet jacks, double pallet jacks, and radio frequency equipment. \nInteract with automated systems by acknowledging and confirming information on operator input screens, executing basic manual tasks such as removing wrap and excess packing from unit loads, and monitoring powered pallet and case conveyors, and robotic stackers to maintain efficient flow. Identify and report basic faults and interruptions such as misalignment or an alert to packing or item variation to appropriate individual(s).\nParticipate in physical inventories and perform basic housekeeping tasks in the work area to include basic wipe down of automation equipment and other functions required to supply and remove trays, pallets, and other supplies and recyclable items.\nWhat Experience and Education You Need\nHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, or at least one (1) year related work experience preferred.\nExperience in warehouse or with automated warehouse equipment preferred.\nCertification in operating forklift or other PIT equipment, preferred.\nWhat Could Set You Apart\nDemonstrated communication skills that efficiently describe issues causing reduced flow or throughput across power conveyor or automated equipment in their work area, and ability to engage with colleagues, execute multiple tasks, and work in multiple areas during the day as business needs dictate.\nDemonstrated knowledge of computer Warehouse Management System(s) and related components, such as PIT equipment, VoCollect Technology, and the ability to input correct basic information into user interfaces across automation systems.\nAbility to pay attention to detail and adhere to safety procedures while working independently to meet deadlines/production standards set by the company.\nComfortable working around conveyance and automated equipment in a fast-paced environment and ability to be cross trained throughout the facility.\nAbility to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and some holidays to complete work or to attend meetings, as directed and authorized by management.\nPhysical Requirements\nAble to work in spaces with 55 inches (1.4 meters) of headroom. \nAble to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius) to minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius), as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).\nAble to climb ladders or step ladders. \nAble to tolerate heights up to 30 ft. 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