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The Material Handler - Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.

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Major Activities

+ Utilizes manual and/or powered industrial equipment to load and unload inventory.

+ Utilizes material handling equipment (reach truck and/or order picker/cherry picker) to fulfill shipping and receiving orders.

+ Completes periodic safety training on the operation of machinery.

+ Performs routine inspections of equipment and notifies leader of maintenance needs.

+ May perform one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and/or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other “specialty” roles that require additional training/experience (e.g., Inventory Control).

+ Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate.

Other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

+ Basic computer skills

Other

+ Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team

+ Basic math proficiency for certain roles

+ Good record-keeping skills with attention to details

+ Good communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum Education

+ High school education or equivalency preferred

Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires

+ 2-4 years of prior use of manual and/or powered industrial equipment

+ Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge

+ Demonstrated success working in a production environment

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

+ Reach Truck or Order Picker Equipment Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

+ Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds

+ Frequent pushing or pulling of material and/or equipment

+ Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment

+ Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse

+ Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting

+ Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers

Work Environment

+ Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits

+ Moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment

+ Occasional vibration if/when operating powered industrial equipment

+ Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc, **our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity** . As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com (http://www.michaels.com./) and Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels (https://www.michaels.com/makerplace) , a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, **Michaels is the best place for all things creative.** For more information, please visit  www.michaels.com

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com .

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all** **c** **ustomers** **to create, innovate and be better together.

_Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL)._

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