Material Handler - 1st Shift

Oshkosh Corporation•Murfreesboro, TN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment is expanding to Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and is seeking a Material Handler for its new facility. This role is crucial for supporting internal and external customers by accurately receiving, stocking, delivering, and shipping materials. The Material Handler will also be responsible for safely operating all necessary material support equipment within the facility. Oshkosh Vocational emphasizes a 'People First Culture,' encouraging ownership, career development, and impact. The company offers direct hire, competitive pay, weekly payments, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position operates on a Monday-Thursday, four 10-hour day schedule.

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
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
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 75 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
Previous experience with ERP systems, and JDE

Responsibilities

Efficiently locate & pull materials/supplies as listed on production/sales order and stock assigned production areas to maintain inventory levels for production
Accurately verify parts & quantities and complete BOLs to receive and/or ship material
Operate all material handling equipment (i.e. Stand-up, Sit-down, Combi, Lancer, Tugger) at assigned Operations facility
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
Maintain 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
Work cross-functionally with various internal customer

Benefits

Direct Hire - Hiring Immediately!
Competitive Pay- pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate at $20.52 per hour
Paid Weekly
Comprehensive Benefits Package Effective 30 days after hire
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
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