EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes team members dedicated to the success of our organization.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions of this job position include, but are not limited to, the following tasks and duties an employee encounters while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job, in accordance with the ADA and applicable state/local law.
Key Responsibilities:
- Model DISH manufacturing and distribution values and behaviors
- Maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment, which includes but is not limited to sweeping and removing trash/debris
- Adhere to established safety, quality, and performance standards while meeting department accuracy standards
- Maintain an efficient pace while completing high-quality work, such as ensuring all pieces are in the package for the next line worker without delaying line movement
- Work in all line positions determined by rotation and business needs, including but not limited to scanning receivers, stacking receivers, and building boxes
- Interpret and execute on a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, and/or schedule form
- Prepare all material, such as manuals, kitting supplies, and receiver parts, as required for daily operation of the packaging line and shipping departments
- Handle and place required items in various packaging configurations as directed
- Palletize material and prepare for transfer/shipping, including but not limited to wrapping pallets
- Effectively interact with all levels of organizational staff and company personnel while maintaining professionalism
- Consistently meet performance expectations in all line positions while exceeding in most positions
- Ensure smooth line operation, which includes but is not limited to detecting packaging defects/errors and notifying management
- Ensure products are received and moved through the Warehouse floor via pallet jack
- Maintain supermarket kanban levels, and deliver operations based on schedule
- Cross-trained in both packing and shipping operations while providing frequent coverage in both areas
- Report to work on-site on a regular, predictable and timely basis
- Work variable shifts including overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends
- Meet all of DISH’s performance expectations, including but not limited to, satisfying all applicable metrics, productivity standards, goals, and increased proficiencies related to overall performance
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED), preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills and Qualifications:
- The employee frequently is required to mobilize around the work area, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds repetitively and up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Ability to use a computer mouse, keyboard, and other office equipment typically found in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating/maintenance/procedure instructions and safety rules
- Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence
- Ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of the organization whether individually or in groups
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; draw and interpret bar graphs and diagrams
- Work environment is a warehouse with conditions including but not limited to no climate control and increased levels of dust
- While performing the duties and essential functions of this job, the employee is exposed to computer equipment and noise levels of a typical manufacturing/warehouse work environment, with the requisite level of noise associated with 100 or more employees working in the same physical location
- Initial training and successful performance as a Warehouse Associate I or lateral move from another department
- Meets required certifications based on career ladder level
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $17.55/Hour
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact leaves@dish.com if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)
