Job Description

Be part of an amazing story

Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

As a Seasonal Power Equipment Operator , you will be part of the essential processes that enable our store delivery, big ticket (furniture and bedding), and customer fulfillment warehouses deliver a customer centric supply chain and move product quickly to meet our customers' expectations. In this position you will operate material handling equipment (MHE) in our warehouse and fulfillment centers.

You will be a critical part of our Supply Chain team where we drive success across the Supply Chain organization using a Four Pillars Strategy, each with a customer focus: Organizational Excellence, Building & Developing the Team, Financial Acumen, and Integrating with our Community. We are always building skills and working towards our goals tied to these pillars.

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits, a 401(k) match to invest in your future, and the opportunity to build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Direct deposit
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice

Access the full menu of seasonal colleague benefit offerings here .

What You Will Do

• Equipment Operation : Operate various types of power equipment to perform pick, pull, put away, and utility tasks that meet quality, accuracy, and productivity expectations.
• This requires operating equipment at various heights up to 40 FT in the air with/without merchandise, on/off pallets. Common power equipment utilized includes, but is not limited to, the use of stock pickers, reach trucks, turrets, and doubles.
• Technology : Key accurately and productively using PC's, hand-held computers, Radio frequency equipment or other such devices and learn area-specific functions within multiple systems (Warehouse systems and proprietary systems).
• Safety : Safely perform job functions while navigating down narrow aisles and operating at a high elevation, up to 40 feet, wearing a safety harness while equipment is in motion. Report all equipment failures, damages, and truck accidents as they occur. Provide feedback to the safety committee on environmental issues affecting safe equipment operation.
• Team Collaboration : Work collaboratively with other team members from all areas to achieve goals and maintain a positive work environment. Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors, sharing feedback, ideas, and concerns.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Who You Are

• No Education or Experience Required.
• Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to read and interpret instructional documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Self-starter in adapting quickly to changing customer expectations and needs.
• Proficient in the use of computers and handheld technology.
• Comfortable with high elevations.
• Willing & open to be cross trained in other areas of the facility, depending on volume (where applicable).

Essential Physical Requirements You Will Perform

• Prolonged walking and standing up for the duration of scheduled shift (excluding breaks)
• Frequent use of computers and handheld electronic equipment
• Reaching, including above eye level, crouching, kneeling, and stooping
• Lifting and moving items weighing up to 50lbs
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Comfortable with heights while on power equipment raising self, equipment, and merchandise up to 40 ft in the air
• Ability to hear and see safety/emergency alarms and Power Industrial Truck (PIT) warning devices to ensure safety while on warehouse floor

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!

Supply Chain Only and Colleagues Working in a Supply Chain Facility except in locations governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Random drug testing for all colleagues will be conducted on a monthly or semi-monthly basis, depending upon factors including but not limited to the size of the facility and the number of colleagues on roll. Colleagues will be randomly selected for testing by a third party. Testing must be completed on the same workday the colleague is informed of selection for testing, absent extenuating circumstances. In all circumstances, testing must be completed within 24 hours of notification.

This job description is not all-inclusive and may not apply to colleagues covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Macy's Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive work environment.

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