Material Handler I

Wabash•Elroy, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Material handlers/Forklift drivers are tasked to work on a variety of different components that will vary from location to location. Activities include but are not limited to operating heavy machinery such as a: forklifts, tuggers, tractors, hoists, & cranes. Although you will receive appropriate training to operate these heavy vehicles you will not strictly be operating vehicles every shift. Material handlers/ forklift drivers may also check, store, disburse or fill orders for parts, materials, tool, equipment and supplies.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Must be able to pass PIV (power industrial vehicle) training
Basic reading/ writing/ math & verbal skills
Basic computer knowledge

Nice To Haves

Experience and education are great to come into this position with. However, it’s not required, here at Wabash, we give you the training to become comfortable using the necessary equipment for this position. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor.

Responsibilities

Own and help improve are Safety, Quality, and Delivery, performance
Keeping materials organized
Maintain and report daily receiving and shipping activities
Reports defects and need for repairs
Keeping lines stocked with the proper materials
Operating Forklifts
Performs additional work as assigned by the Supervisor or Coordinator. This may require the employee to flex into another department
Wear approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, hearing protection, etc.
Complete assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices. This includes regard to individual safety, the safety of co-workers and the safe use of equipment in the workplace