Material Handler III Receiving

Job description

Are you a skilled Powered Equipment Operator looking to grow your career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment?

Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a MATERIAL HANDLER III (Reach Truck Operator) at our Olive Branch, MS distribution center!

In this role, you will safely and efficiently handle materials throughout the warehouse — stocking incoming items, performing replenishments, and picking orders using powered equipment such as reach trucks and pallet jacks.

You’ll play a key part in maintaining productivity and ensuring our operations run smoothly.

**In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:**

+ Responsible for moving products within the warehouse by means of motorized equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, reach lifts etc.
+ Responsible to stock incoming items, to replenish flow racks, pick orders with use of RF equipment
+ Unload trucks and put away incoming freight following established procedures.
+ Replenish orders as necessary to support operation.
+ Break down incoming products according to packing lists and verify accuracy.
+ Maintain warehouse productivity, quality and attendance standards
+ Maintain compliance with all Emerson safety rules, policies, and procedures on and off the equipment in compliance with all safety rules/regulations required by Emerson, federal, state and local provisions.
+ Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean work environment.

**Who You Are:**

You comfortably follow the competencies of knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

You consistently achieve results even under tough circumstances.

You deliver messages in a clear compelling and concise manner and actively listens to instructions and ensures to check for understanding.

Relies on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgement when making decisions.

**For This Role, You Will Need:**

+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ A minimum of 6 months of related experience or with a distribution center environment.
+ Requires 6 months -1 year previous forklift operator experience (Reach Truck Required)
+ Previous receiving/ put away/ replenishment material handling experience
+ Experience with RF equipment to move product
+ Ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, push and pull for shift for long periods of time.
+ Ability to work overtime and weekends when necessary.
+ Good communication and collaboration skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
+ Follow directions and see the task through safely.
+ Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
+ Pass forklift certifications and requirements to operate forklifts
+ Pass a Non-DOT Physical Exam
+ Required to work overtime and weekends when necessary.
+ Ability follow all warehouse PPE requirements.
+ Ability to lift parts weighing in excess of 50 pounds (assistance when needed) and to work in bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, squatting and standing positions for long periods of time.

**Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:**

+ Follow written and/or oral instructions in English
+ Ability to work quickly meeting efficiency and quality standards
+ Promote an environment where individual contribution (s) toward quality and cost effectiveness are improved.

**Our Culture & Commitment to You:**

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.

We champion an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that phenomenal ideas come from great teams.

Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive.

Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe complementary teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing.

We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.

Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

**WHY EMERSON**

**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.

**Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation**

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .

**ABOUT EMERSON**

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software.

Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries.

Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson.

Join our team – let’s go!

**No calls or agencies please.**

**Requisition ID** : 25027424
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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