Material Handler - Entry Level 1st Shift

Tennant Company•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Entry Level Material Handler will function within a team providing support across all functional areas of Material Handling to maintain workflow and organization of material. Applicants must be open to cross training and demonstrate the ability to promote a positive, safe working environment focused on teamwork.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated skills necessary to perform the duties of the position
Competent in the operation of a fork truck
Possess a current license to operate a fork truck
Ability to follow detailed work instructions
Ability to acquire Tennant Company Power Industrial Truck Certification (PIT)
Ability to operate a stand up and sit-down forklift, hoists, handcarts and stock chaser
Ability to use a warehouse management system and associated tools (WM Warehouse, SAP, RF Device)
Ability to navigate a computer and WorkForce
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
Consistent attendance either onsite or remotely as needed by the business
Ability to take direction and accept supervision
Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
Must be able to wear safety glasses, steel toed shoes and hearing protection

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in SAP, RF Device, and Warehouse Management preferred

Responsibilities

Operate powered forklift trucks, hoists, handcarts, and other material handling equipment to maintain workflow and the organization of material
Use production paperwork to locate, deliver and place materials in a warehouse environment
Maintain equipment in good operating order, follows power industrial equipment guidelines and completes start-of-shift inspection checklist
Demonstrate proficiency to perform within at least 1 area of their function
Perform low amount of troubleshooting and adjustment to complete assigned tasks
Understand and participates in continuous improvement activities
Perform housekeeping and 5S to keep the department clean, safe, and well organized
Perform basic warehouse transactions
Identify problems or potential safety hazards and recommends resolutions
Maintain safe working habits
Perform other duties as assigned