What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator, Material Handling position at Gildan?
The opportunity
VAS and Rework - Folds, tags, attaches size strips, bags and applies hangers to apparel. Repackages to meet customer demands. Scans department inventory in/out.
Shipping, Receiving, Storage, and Pick Pass - Manually or with the assistance of non-powered equipment (pallet jacks or hand trucks) loads, unloads, transports and stores distribution materials in and between warehouse areas. This opportunity is based in our Sales Marketing and Distribution Team.
The role
Efficiently uses RF (Radio Frequency) scanning device to add, delete, or adjust goods in inventory.
Manual movement of cases, boxes, cartons from point a to point b.
May assemble and tape boxes, label cartons, build pallets, and handle recyclable materials.
Conducts carton / unit picking, stacking, and palletizing by lifting cartons to/from pallets, floor or conveyor.
Operates equipment not designed to transport people (i.e., freight elevator, folding machine, heat seal / transfer, tach-it).
Performs value added services including but not limited to folding garments, ticketing, pallet build, heat seal / transfer.
Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs including assisting in other departments as workflow dictates.
The requirements
High School Diploma
6 Months to 1 Year experience
Prior warehouse experience preferred
Basic Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience preferred (Manhattan WMS)
Prior experience operating Radio Frequency (RF) equipment scanners preferred
Must be able to maintain a high degree of focus to promote a safe work environment and prevent injury to others
Good verbal communication required
Must be able to stand for a majority of the time during the workday
Must be able to stand, squat, bend, and lift 50 lbs. continuously throughout the day
Hearing is required for audible instructions, audible safety tones/warning, and equipment operations
Vision is required to operate a RF keyboard and/or scanner; and to complete required data entry
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English language effectively
Must be able to work in a team-based warehouse environment
What's in it for you
Join a leader in apparel manufacturing with strong safety and environmental standards
Be part of a diverse workplace with fun workplace activities
Benefit from continuous training opportunities
Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages
Salary : $33,000 - $43,000