Material Handler I

Emerson • Rainsville, AL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

If you are a Material Handler seeking an opportunity to grow your career: this role at Emerson’s Rainsville, Alabama facility offers the chance to play a key part in keeping our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. You will help ensure the smooth flow of materials throughout the plant, support on-time production for our customers, and collaborate with a diverse, inclusive team that values innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement. You take responsibility for your work and follow through on commitments, even when tasks are repetitive or fast paced. You communicate clearly and respectfully with a variety of people and work well as part of a team. You stay organized, manage your time effectively, and adjust priorities to meet daily production needs. You value safety, quality, and continuous improvement and bring a positive, reliable approach to your work.

Requirements

• Ability to complete forklift certification requirements.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to organize tasks and manage time effectively in a production environment.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and work in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to handle materials up to 50 pounds with the use of lift assistance when required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with manufacturing, warehouse, or inventory environments.
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing or workplace organization practices.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Safely supply production lines with raw materials and transport unfinished goods through the manufacturing process using appropriate equipment.
• Operate stand-up and LP forklifts in accordance with safety guidelines and certification requirements.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including the proper use of required personal protective equipment.
• Maintain kit carts and stockroom areas to support efficient material flow.
• Facilitate receiving activities and ensure materials are placed in correct locations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of parts, storage locations, and inventory organization.
• Manage and consolidate inventory in designated areas as directed.
• Maintain appropriate material levels and safely operate industrial equipment when assigned to specialized areas.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and continuous improvement activities.
• Meet established productivity, efficiency, and quality standards.
• Support workplace organization through 6S and Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Perform additional duties as business needs evolve.

Benefits

• flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs
• medical insurance plans
• dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• tuition reimbursement
• employee resource groups
• recognition
• flexible time off plans
• paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
• vacation
• holiday leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees