Operator jobs in Cheyenne, WY

Weekend Shift

Job Summary: Responsible for assuring work processes are completed and performed properly. Safely and securely sort pallets at a rate that meets company standards and in a manner that meets company safety standards. Oversees and manages woodchip grinder. Operates forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count pallets. Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Conducts operations in a manner than promotes safety and complies with OSHA standards. Assists the Lowe's team with planning and the fulfillment of objectives. Provides the Lowe's team with frequent updates, results, and recommendations.

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If you are looking for a place to grow your professional career with a family atmosphere, Ongweoweh is the place for you!

Ongweoweh Corp is a Native American-owned, pallet management company providing pallet & packaging procurement, recycling services and supply chain optimization programs. Ongweoweh provides custom reporting along with data and trend analysis for a very diverse customer base of Fortune 500 companies. Ongweoweh services a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, grains, chemicals, automotive components, oil, technology, corrugate, retail, and more. Established in 1978, Ongweoweh Corp was founded by Frank Bonamie, an enrolled member of the Cayuga Indian Nation of New York, and has grown to be one of the most successful privately-owned Native American companies in the United States.

What We Offer

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance

What You Bring

• Ability to repair and tear down pallets.
• 1 - 2 years experience working in a warehouse preferred.
• Mechanical understanding preferred.
• Experience within pallet recycling industry preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.
• Ability to make decisions regarding movement of pallets and material to maximize the efficiency of the location.
• Ability to work overtime and be on-call as needed.

Full Details:

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)

45% Sorting, repairing, and accurately counting pallets. Managing inventory including forecasting and auditing.

40% Operating a forklift safely and efficiently to move, locate, stack, and load pallets. Organizing and securing stored pallets.

10% Keeping track of KPIs (key performance indicators) and reporting back frequent updates to Lowe’s management. Collaborates with management and makes suggestions as needed. Reports any damage to equipment or any other safety hazards.

5% Performing general clean-up tasks to keep work area clean and free of excess debris.

Equipment, Machines, and Software Used:

Ability to operate various warehouse equipment including forklifts, telephones, and photocopier.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiar with operating forklifts in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Excellence in interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-term goals.
• Ability to perform multiple warehouse functions.
• Good physical health and strong hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to analyze and solve basic functions efficiently within the warehouse facility in a timely manner.
• Excellent judgment & decision-making skills.
• Sense of responsibility and ability to accomplish tasks without supervision.
• Teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• May be required to lift pallets by hand, weighing 50 – 75 lbs.
• Must be able to safely and efficiently sort 80 pallets per hour.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to perform repeating functions within the warehouse for 10 hours daily.
• Ability to accurately count pallets and stack them in an organized manner.

Environmental Conditions:

• Work is performed in a typical warehouse environment where exposure to adverse environmental conditions may apply.

Disclaimer:

• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 3x12
• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Cheyenne, WY 82007 (Required)

Work Location: In person