Material Handler

GE Vernova • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler (Water Spider) will be responsible for transporting parts and materials throughout the facility utilizing a forklift or hand truck in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Minimum one year of experience in warehouse, stockroom, or storage yard environments.
• Must be forklift certified
• Ability to lift, push, and pull items weighing at least 40 pounds.
• Proficiency in operating forklifts rated for over 15,000 pounds.
• Fluency in English language, with basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook and Excel).
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in crane and rigging operations.
• Proficiency in operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts, and/or additional crane and rigging operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport both delicate and valuable parts, as well as general warehouse materials, across multiple departments, adhering to designated routes and prioritizing movement tasks.
• Coordinate with module shops, Leads, and Ops Leadership to align on material movement priorities.
• Manage inventory of crates, boxes, and scrap parts, including visual inspection of repaired items for quality assurance.
• Utilize foam machines, saws, and other tools to crate and uncrate parts, ensuring compliance with standard procedures and quality documentation.
• Adhere to EHS procedures, particularly in the safe operation of powered industrial trucks.
• Maintain organized inventory of pallets and crates, and accurately document material movement and handoffs.
• Communicate effectively regarding part status to support production needs.
• Anticipate material and tooling requirements for upcoming work orders.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritizing tasks.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• two weeks of annual vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED