First-Shift Material Handler & Forklift Operator

John Deere GmbH & Co. KG; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

John Deere Fargo is seeking a Production Specialist – Material Handler (1st Shift) to support kitting, forklift operations, and timely movement of materials between locations. You will stock materials in ERP systems, participate in FIFO workflows, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

This role requires 18+ years of age, a high school diploma or equivalent (or NCRC), and forklift certification along with manufacturing experience. Overtime, weekend work, and first shift duties are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. or NCRC or 3+ years manufacturing experience.
• Able to operate stock picker and forklift with certification.
• Able to perform manual tasks including standing, walking, bending and lifting.
• Willing to work 1st shift and overtime including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely movement and storage of production materials between locations.
• Perform kitting duties following labor and quality standards.
• Support forklift operations for timely Kanban delivery to production teams.
• Breakdown and consolidate skids of materials as required.
• Receive/stock materials into ERP system and file paperwork.
• Manage priority parts and ensure FIFO inventory procedures.
• Stock materials into proper stock room locations daily.
• Inspect forklifts and vehicles as required and maintain 5S in work area.

Skills

Stock picker operation

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

John Deere Fargo is seeking a Production Specialist – Material Handler (1st Shift) to support kitting, forklift operations, and timely movement of materials between locations. You will stock materials in ERP systems, participate in FIFO workflows, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

This role requires 18+ years of age, a high school diploma or equivalent (or NCRC), and forklift certification along with manufacturing experience. Overtime, weekend work, and first shift duties are expected.