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Advanced Warehouse Operator

Yesterday Des Moines, IA

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Warehouse Operator (1 st Shift) to join our team in Ankeny, Iowa.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Under some supervision, follow established procedures and guidelines to receive, handle, store, perform system transactions and dispatch goods in a factory or warehouse.
  • Check for damage and for discrepancies between goods and invoices.
  • Accurately sort, label, store goods and arrange storage to optimize warehouse space.
  • Pick, pack, and dispatch incoming and outgoing goods according to written or verbal requests orders.
  • Operate forklifts and other warehouse machinery.
  • Maintain clean and orderly work area, including routine housekeeping tasks and machine cleaning tasks and perform planned operator care and maintenance tasks as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Requires certification to operate powered industrial vehicles (reach trucks, order pickers, pallet rider, etc..) and/or other heavy machinery.
  • Previous warehouse experience is required, stock picker experience preferred.
  • Must be able to physically lift 50 pounds occasionally, wear required personal protective equipment
  • Please note, this is a fast-paced warehouse environment, there will be a lot of standing and lifting. Education, Licenses, Certifications: High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations. Requires certification to operate powered industrial vehicles (reach trucks, order pickers, pallet rider, etc.) and/or other heavy machinery. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Other duties as assigned - general maintenance to include sweeping floors, emptying trash, wood and metal recycling but not limited too.

Job Logistics

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Shop

Min Salary $19.23

Max Salary $28.85

ReqID 2418219

Relocation Package No

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Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Client-provided location(s): Des Moines, IA
Job ID: Cummins-R-9766BA0E75B142F8832EA236277013AF
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-16T19:27:19

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion