Equipment Operator (Wilkes-Barre) - IB1: Mon - Fri 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

ABOUT THRIVE MARKET

Thrive Market was founded in 2014 with a mission to make healthy and sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone. As an online, membership-based market, we deliver the highest quality healthy, and sustainable products at member-only prices, while matching every paid membership with a free one for someone in need. Every day, we leverage innovative technology and member-first thinking to help our over 1,000,000+ members find better products, support better brands, and build a better world in the process. We recently reached a significant milestone by becoming a Certified B Corporation, making us the largest grocer to earn this coveted qualification.

THE ROLE

As an Equipment Operator, your role is vital in maintaining efficient and accurate order processing while upholding rigorous quality control standards. We are seeking an adaptable individual with meticulous attention to detail, as well as a positive and collaborative attitude. If these values resonate with you and you meet the equipment operating requirements and experience below, we invite you to submit your application.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate equipment including forklifts and other machinery to execute tasks such as stowing, scanning, picking, packing, loading, unloading, inspecting, and auditing items with a focus on safety, care, and precision.
• Maintain material handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and reporting any issues to the supervisor and maintenance team
• Maintain a detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in order processing.
• Uphold high-quality standards in the handling and packaging of products.
• Demonstrate a problem-solving attitude and actively identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Consistently meet deadlines, showcasing dependability and consistency in tasks and responsibilities.
• Perform various duties as assigned, including flexibility to rotate to other departments and work extended hours when necessary to support business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in forklift or other equipment operation.
• Prior experience in logistics, fulfillment, or a related industry is preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, perform frequent reaching, twisting, bending, stooping, squatting, lifting and carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak periods.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with hand-held scanners.
• Honest and possesses the highest integrity.
• Dedicated to maintaining quality and high standards.
• Supportive of company values, policies, and procedures.
• Positive, ambitious, energetic, and hardworking with a strong work ethic.
• A team player with exceptional communication skills, well-organized, and possesses an eye for detail.

BELONG TO A BETTER COMPANY

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
• Competitive pay + equity
• Access to pay daily with Dayforce Wallet! Up to 60% of your earned wages are available instantly through the Dayforce Wallet app
• Opportunities for advancement. We have programs that will start you on a path and train you along the way
• Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform
• Free Thrive Market membership and discount on private-label products
• Casual atmosphere and great people to work with

We're a community of more than 1 Million + members who are united by a singular belief: It should be easy to find better products, support better brands, make better choices, and build a better world in the process.

At Thrive Market, we believe in building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture. If you are excited about this role along with our mission and values, we encourage you to apply.

Thrive Market is an EEO/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer

At Thrive Market, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative, at all job levels, of the members we serve and the communities we operate in. We’re proud to be an inclusive company and an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. If you’re thinking about joining our team, we expect that you would agree!

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to assist you.

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JOB INFORMATION

• Compensation Description - The hourly wage for this position is $19/per hour
• Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and geographic location and/or shift differentials.
• Total Compensation includes Base Salary, Stock Options, Health & Wellness Benefits, Accrued PTO, and more!