Material Handler

Oshkosh Corporation•Murfreesboro, TN

47d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean. Oshkosh Vocational is a growing facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and we’re building an extraordinary team of purpose-driven people ready to make an impact. Conveniently located off Joe B. Jackson Parkway, our facility's location gives team members an opportunity to avoid the Nashville traffic! As part of our People First culture, you’ll be empowered to take ownership of your work, grow your career, and contribute to work that makes a meaningful difference in the world around you.

Requirements

3 years or more relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent education
Ability to become forklift certified to operate a forklift/tugger to receive and deliver parts safely and efficiently
Perform assigned tasks
Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
Follow instructions from supervisors and other co-workers
Communicate with other individuals in a loud environment to complete tasks
Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
Stay alert to the surrounding areas and alert individuals when operating a forklift
Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
Hear safety alarms and other co-workers
Perform counting tasks
Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while pushing a cart with equipment/parts
Maintain balance when climbing on a portable step to retrieve parts
Use a computer to track down parts
Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
Tolerate constant standing, sitting, and walking throughout the shift
Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
Climb in and out of forklift/tow motor safely
Demonstrate strength and physical stamina to complete the tasks safely
Remember task sequence, parts locations, and safety constraints

Nice To Haves

Ability to multi-task and adapt to an ever-changing environment and processes
Effective in working cross-functionally with various internal customers

Responsibilities

Efficiently locate & pull materials/supplies as listed on production/sales order and stock assigned production areas to maintain inventory levels for production; ability to accurately verify parts & quantities and complete BOLs to receive and/or ship material.
Licensed and can operate all material handling equipment (i.e. Stand-up, Sit-down, Combi, Lancer, Tugger) at assigned Operations facility.
Ability to lift 35 pounds in a safe manner.
Able to/willing to learn how to operate a truck and transport from one area of the property to another.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards; use best practices to follow all safe procedures in operation of various material support equipment in assigned Operations facility.
Must have outstanding transaction discipline - being diligent with quantity accuracy, making effective changes within JDE
Perform Cycle Counts of Inventory and update JDE system
Rectify inventory discrepancies, monitor KANBAN cards, previous experience with ERP systems, and JDE
Effective in working cross-functionally with various internal customer.

Benefits

Direct Hire - Hiring Immediately!
Competitive Pay- pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate of $20.52 per hour.
Paid Weekly
Comprehensive Benefits Package Effective day 1 of hire
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability benefits, 401k plan with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) program, Stock Purchase Program, Discount Programs (Hotels, Travel, Entertainment, Gym Membership and so much more)
NEW Paid Parental Leave (Effective January 1, 2026): Two consecutive calendar weeks at 60% of regular pay Available for birth, adoption, or placement of a child for adoption Eligible for birth and non-birth parents, including domestic partners Applies to team members working 30+ hours per week after 30 days of continuous employment
Job Stability
Opportunities for Career Growth
Hands-On Approach
Customer Focus
Culture for Fostering Teamwork
Respected Leaders
People First Culture
Safety Focused