Operator,Powered Equipment Job Charleston area,South Carolina USA,Manufacturing / Production

Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with four decades of responsible operation. Founded in Canada, we now operate approximately 30 locations across 12 countries and employ 45,000 people. Discover more at

The Opportunity

Safely operate powered and non-powered equipment related to material movement, including forklifts, stand-up walkies, reach trucks, pacers, and high-reach trucks. Handle cartons by performing pallet picks, case picks, pallet building, and conveyor loading. This role is based within our Sales, Marketing, and Distribution Team.

The Role

Perform daily safety checks on all equipment prior to use and report issues for inspection or repair.

Follow all safety procedures daily to ensure a safe work environment.

Load, unload, and move palletized, slip sheeted, and floor-loaded products throughout the distribution center safely and efficiently.

Use Radio Frequency (RF) equipment to identify and move products accurately.

Use a walkie-talkie for communication.

Assist with box assembly, taping, labeling, pallet building, staging, and other warehouse functions as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs, including assisting in other departments as workflow requires.

The Requirements

High School Diploma.

6 months to 1 year of experience.

Preferred: prior warehouse and powered equipment experience.

Preferred:
Basic Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience (LM/WM).

Ability to maintain focus to promote safety and prevent injuries.

Must pass Powered Equipment Certification Tests, including written and practical assessments.

Ability to stand for most of the workday, squat, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs continuously.

Hearing required for instructions, safety tones, and equipment operation.

Vision required for operating RF devices and data entry.

Effective reading, writing, speaking, and understanding of English.

Ability to work effectively in a team-based warehouse environment.

What’s in It for You?

Join a leader in apparel manufacturing committed to safety and environmental standards.
Participate in a diverse workplace with engaging activities.
Benefit from ongoing training opportunities.
Access attractive benefits packages.

We encourage you to include your transferable skills and unique experiences in your application to help us get to know you better.

We appreciate all applicants' interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Come as You Are

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion to foster a collaborative and meaningful work environment. As an inclusive employer, we embrace all traits that make you unique and strive to give everyone an equal opportunity to succeed. Equity and inclusion are core to Gildan’s values.

#Find Your Fit at Gildan and shape your career’s future.

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