3rd shift, Material Handler, LAF 10HR Dry Van Materials

Wabash•Lafayette, IN

About The Position

Material handlers work with a variety of components that vary by location. The role may include operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, tuggers, tractors, hoists, and cranes, as well as checking, storing, disbursing, or filling orders for parts, materials, tools, equipment, and supplies. Wabash provides training for the equipment used in the role and for material handler positions generally. Employees may work in an environment with loud noise, welding, paint fumes, grinding dust, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibrations, high temperatures, and occasional exposure to outside elements. Production-floor employees must wear the necessary personal protective equipment. Employees regularly stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate controls throughout their shift. Some employees work in small spaces and frequently lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalent.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Pass power industrial vehicle (PIV) training.
Basic reading, writing, math, and verbal skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to communicate successfully with fellow employees.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly standing, walking, climbing, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, handling and operating controls; some employees frequently lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Close vision, ability to adjust focus, and good hand-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

Experience and education are a plus, but are not required.

Responsibilities

Help own and improve performance in safety, quality, and delivery.
Maintain and report daily receiving and shipping activities.
Report defects and repair needs.
Keep production lines stocked with the proper materials.
Perform additional work assigned by a supervisor or coordinator, including assisting in different departments.
Complete assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices, protecting personal and coworker safety and using workplace equipment safely.
Wear approved personal protective equipment as required.