Job Description

The Warehouse Equipment Operator will ship, receive, unload, scan, move, stage, load, locate, relocate, and stack products, utilizing equipment to perform tasks to ensure that department facility objectives are met.

Essential Functions (not all inclusive):

• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products/materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.
• Operate various types of equipment in the warehouse, including RF Scanners, Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift, Turret, Order Picker, and any other powered equipment as needed for the task on hand.
• Responsible for order selection processes as assigned by the Operations Supervisor and/or Operations Manager.
• Assess all products and pallets, notifying supervisor(s) of any damaged materials.
• Responsible for maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in the department.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Continuous mental and/or visual attention; the work requires constant alertness in a warehouse environment.
• The physical demand typically applied in this job includes lifting, pulling, reaching, carrying, pushing, standing, walking, stooping, and bending.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and work in hot conditions during summer months.
• Able to lift 30 – 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Able to lift to 100 lbs. with help on an occasional basis.
• Lifting: 40% of time
• Sitting:10% of time
• Climbing: 0% of time
• Walking: 10% of time
• Standing: 70% of time
• Additional duties as assigned
• Must be flexible to working overtime, which is sometimes mandatory

Special Attributes:

• Collaboration Able to develop cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties. Able to build relationships with others by offering help and providing suggestions for improvement.
• Customer Focus: Understands customer service principles and the importance of providing an excellent customer experience. Keeps customers in mind when designing or executing processes or procedures.
• Initiative: Able to identify opportunities & issues and assess, prioritize and follow through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them. Able to take positive action without being requested to do so. Focuses on ongoing learning and development.
• Interpersonal Communication: Able to communicate through various means with diverse people in a clear, concise, and courteous manner. Able to demonstrate respect to others, surroundings, and self. Able to read and comprehend instructions.
• Organizational Skills: Able to utilize time, energy, and resources to manage priorities such as projects, stay on track, and achieve goals. Able to adjust to changing priorities. Able to multitask and pay strong attention to detail. Able to complete tasks thoroughly in a timely manner.
• Technology Skills: Able to navigate technology systems, equipment, and computer programs needed to fulfill communication, customer service, and business needs & expectations.

Qualifications

About Guitar Center

The Guitar Center Company embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

The Guitar Center Company operates through several business divisions. Guitar Center is the world's largest retailer of guitars, amplifiers, drums, keyboards, recording, live sound, DJ, and lighting equipment, with more than 290 stores across the United States.

The Guitar Center Company Distribution Centers power a global supply chain that delivers products to over 170 countries. Members of this powerhouse team are a key part of connecting musicians to the tools of their trade.

To join our band, you'll need the following experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience, preferably within a distribution center or warehouse.
• 1 year of experience operating various types of powered equipment in a warehouse environment, such as Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift, Turret, Order Picker.
• Experience driving Crown Powered Equipment preferred.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.

Why Guitar Center? Here’s just some of the rewards:

For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave—take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Pay Rate: $20.50/hr

The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

With a career at Guitar Center, you become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or Support Center, Guitar Center employees have a common goal: to help people find their sound and fill the world with more music.

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‐818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com

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