Shipping Equipment Handler/Crater

At Daktronics, you'll be part of something extraordinary. We design, engineer, manufacture, and support bold, eye-catching digital LED display technology and audio systems that captivate audiences worldwide. Our products bring excitement to professional, college, and high school games, attract customers for businesses globally, and provide direction for people as they travel, work, and play.

Why Choose Daktronics?

• Innovative Products: Create cutting-edge digital displays seen globally.
• Stable Schedule: Enjoy a consistent work schedule with no rotating shifts.
• Clean Environment: Work in a clean, safe, organized, and well-lit environment.
• Team Atmosphere: Join a supportive and collaborative team.
• Variety and Growth: Engage in diverse tasks with opportunities for learning and development.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from competitive pay and meaningful benefits.

When will I work?

• 4/10s Schedule, Primary Schedule– The primary work hours for this position are 6:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday, with overtime required as needed.  

Where is this opportunity located? 

Position located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota in our Shipping department.

What will the work look like for me?

The Shipping Equipment Handler/Crater will perform various tasks in support of our shipping and crating team.

• Effectively, accurately, and safely perform all shipping and crating duties. 
• Professionally interact and communicate with others, including internal and external resources.     
• Shipment preparation including pulling parts, packaging, and verifying per customer order.  
• Load trucks by safely operating forklift, crane, and telehandler.
• Assist in movement and organization of finished goods. 
• Complete and pass the crane, telehandler, and forklift certification.  
• Must be flexible and able to change priorities when asked or needed to meet ship dates.
• Learn Daktronics products systems and processes and assemble product in a safe accurate and timely manner.
• Constructing crates by safely operating power tools and saws. Wrap displays using heat shrink torch. Document weights, crated weights, and dimensions of equipment. Label crates with proper required details. List component and unit serial numbers for all pertinent items and displays.
• Learn how to read and follow effective loading diagrams.
• Become certified to operate cranes and other lifting equipment.
• Work unsupervised safely and effectively. Must be able to follow instructions. Need to be able to work in a team atmosphere as well as individually.
• Must be flexible to help in other areas of the factory as needed.
• Daily perform 5S and other Lean tasks.   
• Become knowledgeable of company policies and procedures.

To be considered for the Shipping Equipment Handler role we require the following:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Required to work overtime when overtime shifts are scheduled.
• Regularly and reliably work the scheduled hours.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and successfully participate as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Computer skills with Keyboard skills required. Prefer experience with Excel, Word, Microsoft Office.
• Previous experience with material handling equipment such as telehandler, overhead crane, and forklift preferred.
• Wear all proper protective equipment as required in work area in accordance with Daktronics Safety Policy and OSHA standards. Items may include safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, hearing protection, and electrostatic discharge wear. You will be provided with the PPE for the required areas.
• Physical requirements include the ability to:
  • Lift and carry heavy (up to 50 lbs.) and/or awkward items. Be able to stand for the full shift. Must have the ability to work on a Flow Line keeping up with the pace of work and moving from one position to another on a minute’s notice. Kneeling to nail crates as well as climbing trailers and ladders are necessary duties.
  • Ability to use power tools and saws as well as nail guns. Work with some odors (paint, solvent).
  • Distinguish and identify wire colors.
• Ability to travel by air and ground. Valid driver’s license. Must be able to meet and maintain Daktronics Driving Eligibility Requirements. Motor vehicle records will be checked.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Ready to make an impact? Be part of a company that values your contributions and offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment. Learn more about Daktronics and take the next step in your manufacturing career with us!

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.