Material Handler, Second Shift

Company Overview:

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Role Summary:

The Material Handler, Swing Shift supports our Cookeville valve and actuator plant by keeping finished products moving and ready for shipment. Working the 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. swing shift, you’ll help get completed valves out of production, packed correctly, and prepped for early‑morning trucks. This is a team‑oriented warehouse with a positive atmosphere and room to grow your career. Products can be heavy, and you will use hoists and other equipment to move them safely. You may also assist with unloading trucks, verifying paperwork, stocking materials, and operating a forklift.

HOURS: 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m

Responsibilities:

• Move finished valves from production to shipping.

• Pack and prepare outgoing shipments to meet early‑morning truck deadlines.

• Verify incoming and outgoing materials and documentation.

• Load and unload trucks.

• Assist with stocking, pulling parts, and general warehouse tasks.

• Use hoist cranes and other equipment to move heavy products safely.

• Maintain accurate records in the ERP system.

• Support daily work cell needs and follow all safety requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling.

• Forklift experience required.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.

• Ability to adapt to different tasks and support the team as needed.

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs; occasional team lifts over 100 lbs.

• Ability to work occasional overtime.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred:

• HS Diploma or GED.

• 5–7 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with heavy or industrial products.

• Familiarity with ERP or inventory systems.

• Proven reliability and strong attendance.

• Forklift certification.

Benefits:

Flowserve offers competitive pay, annual bonuses, medical benefits on day 1, generous paid vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits!

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

Req ID : R-19694

Job Family Group : Logistics

Job Family : LO Material Handling

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