Material Handler- I AM

Department: Indirect - Materials FLSA: Hourly non-exempt Position Description: Material handlers/Forklift drivers are tasked to work on a variety of different components that will vary from location to location. Activities include but are not limited to operating heavy machinery such as a: forklifts, tuggers, tractors, hoists, & cranes. Although you will receive appropriate training to operate these heavy vehicles you will not strictly be operating vehicles every shift. Material handlers/ forklift drivers may also check, store, disburse or fill orders for parts, materials, tool, equipment and supplies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Own and help improve are Safety, Quality, and Delivery, performance Keeping materials organized Maintain and report daily receiving and shipping activities Reports defects and need for repairs Keeping lines stocked with the proper materials Performs additional work as assigned by the Supervisor or Coordinator. This may require the employee to flex into another department Wear approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, hearing protection, etc. Complete assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices. This includes regard to individual safety, the safety of co-workers and the safe use of equipment in the workplace Tools & Equipment: Below is a list of examples of the potential tools and equipment you may find yourself working with depending upon your department and location. Wabash provides all the necessary training for you to feel comfortable and confident to excel at your new career with us. Qualifications: Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen Must be able to pass PIV (power industrial vehicle) training Basic reading/ writing/ math & verbal skills Basic computer knowledge Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience: Experience and education are great to come into this position with. However, it’s not required, here at Wabash, we give you the training to become comfortable using the necessary equipment for this position. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor. Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Included 401k with match Tuition Reimbursement Program Working Conditions/Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites such as the noise level in the work environment can be very loud with high temperatures at times. All employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal production equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on becoming empowered, and there are some things we feel very strongly about. Wabash is committed to proving equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex. Physical Demands: As a material handler, you are regularly required to stand, walk, lean, push, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate tools or controls for the length of their entire shift. The employee needs full range of motion in their arms and hands in this position. All material handlers must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. Some material handlers also work in small spaces throughout their shift and frequently lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus, along with good hand-eye coordination. Behavioral Attributes: Identifies the existence and cause of a problem. Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives. Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information. Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better. Copes successfully with unexpected events. Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives. Resolve conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time. Leadership Attributes: At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about: Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness. Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions. Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle or settle for the status quo. Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do. Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash. Affirmative Action/EEO Statement: Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates. Openings 1 undefined This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wabash