Order Picker - Lift Operator

WG&R Furniture

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Green Bay, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Safely operate a cherry picker lift truck to move inventory and pull merchandise for customer pickups. Assist with inventory cycle counting to ensure an efficient flow of merchandise.

Qualifications

You have experience operating lift trucks, specifically "crown" "cherry picker" models, to move inventory and support prepper productivity. You are comfortable working at heights, can lift up to 100 lbs, and are able to stand for long periods. You are also at least 18 years old and possess a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Must Have Skills for ATS

crown lift truck

cherry picker lift truck

Job Description

Lift Operator 
  • Great Company Culture
  • $17.50+/hour starting, based on relevant experience
  • Insurance Benefits
  • Retirement Benefits - 401k plan & Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Flexible team 
  • Safety focus
  • Onsite gym for employees 

Company Overview

WG&R’s Vision is to be world-class in the eyes of our customers and employees. We’re based in NE Wisconsin, since 1946, and are a highly effective team that plays to win (we sell 3 times more furniture than our nearest competitor). Did we mention we're employee owned?

Purpose

Produce an efficient flow of merchandise, supporting prepper productivity, and creating a WOW experience for customers.

What You’ll Do

  • Safely handle merchandise to prevent damage
  • Operate "crown" “cherry picker” lift truck to move inventory within storage racking system
  • Assist with inventory cycle counting
  • Assist with pulling merchandise for the customer pick up process

What You Bring

  • 18+ years old 
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic 
  • Ability to lift 100 lbs and enjoy active work 
  • Comfortable working at heights
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time and operate machinery with full range of motion
  • Schedule - 
    • ​36-40 hours/week
    • Mon-Thurs - 5AM-2PM
    • Fri - 6AM-12PM
    • Minimal Saturdays (4-8/year)

Benefits/Perks

  • Competitive starting wage - $17.50+/hour based on experience
  • Weekend shift differential, weekend gift card bonus 
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Fun, family-focused culture
  • Health, dental, and vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401k with company math (pre-tax & Roth options)
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Employee discount 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their family members
  • Onsite employee fitness center

Come work for an organization who wants to see you succeed both personally and professionally!  


WG&R Furniture

Now employee owned! Established in 1946, WG&R Furniture has become Northeast Wisconsin's #1 furniture and mattress retailer. With six furniture store locations - Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Sheboygan, Manitowoc, and Fond du Lac - and two standalone Sleep Shop locations, WG&R offers the top name brands from across the country and even manufactures its own Factory Direct line of mattresses right in Two Rivers, WI. WG&R is a local, employee-owned and operated business that focuses on offering the best selection at the guaranteed lowest prices. www.wgrfurniture.com www.facebook.com/wgrfurniture
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