Full timeManufacturing

Material Handler(Equipment Operator)- 1st shift

EmersonSouthaven🇺🇸United States

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior

Employment typeFull Time

Work modeOn Site

LocationSouthaven, United States

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Load and unload trucks
• Put away incoming freight
• Replenish orders to support daily operations
• Supply cardboard boxes and bags to production departments
• Transport finished goods to the shipping area
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Maintain safe behaviors on and off equipment in compliance with all Emerson, federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Meet department quality, attendance, and productivity expectations
• Assist and train new team members
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who You Are:

You stay focused on what needs to be achieved and quickly take action to keep work moving forward. You work well independently but also collaborate effectively with others to support shared goals. You identify potential issues early and take practical steps to address them. You adapt to changing priorities with a positive mindset and maintain accuracy even in fast‑paced or physically demanding environments.

For This Role, You Will Need:• Willingness to work frequently on and off powered industrial equipment
• Ability to read Bills of Lading and identify errors
• General knowledge of shipping class codes
• Understanding of shipping standards and regulations
• Ability to identify cross‑system issues when processing shipments
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to use system software to determine appropriate processing of shipments
• Ability to lift and move heavy material
• Effective and efficient use of a handheld RF scanner

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with JDE
• High school diploma or GED

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

We recognize the importance of supporting the wellbeing of our employees and understand that flexibility and competitive benefits help you and your family thrive. We offer a range of medical plans with dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture values work–life balance with flexible time‑off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.
At Emerson, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture brings fresh ideas and drives innovation, helping us deliver the best solutions for our customers. Our commitment is foundational to our values and to our goal of leaving the world better than we found it.
We support your development through training programs that span onboarding to leadership opportunities. Employees have access to in‑person and virtual learning, mentorship, coaching, project assignments, and on‑the‑job training to grow their skills and careers.