Forklift/Material Handler (P1) - 2nd or 3rd shift

Hendrickson; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Direct hire

Great Benefits

Job summary

Hendrickson, a leading supplier of truck suspension components near Fort Wayne, IN, is hiring for manufacturing and distribution roles. You will support multiple work centers with materials, weigh and count production material, and operate equipment safely.

This full-time position offers weekly pay, direct hire, and strong benefits after 30–60 days, plus opportunities for education assistance. Candidates should have good English literacy, the ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and forklift

Qualifications

• Able to read and write legibly in English.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Completion of Forklift Certification required.
• Willing to operate reach lift, sit-down lift, order picker and turret lift up to 30 feet.
• Meet production-servicing standards.

Responsibilities

• Supply multiple work centers with materials.
• Weigh or count, band and tag production material for storage or shipment accurately.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Place material in and out of storage and staging areas according to inventory procedures.
• Maintain storage and staging areas in a clean, orderly manner.
• Load and unload trucks, account for containers/skids shipped, and complete paperwork accurately.
• Ensure chocks are in place before loading or unloading trucks.

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Hendrickson is a supplier of truck suspension systems and components as well as an aftermarket supplier for various truck components to the heavy-duty vehicle market. Hendrickson has some fantastic opportunities for dedicated employees in our Manufacturing and Distribution operations just North of Fort Wayne, IN.

• Weekly Pay
• Direct hire
• Great Benefits (Eligible in 30-60 days) and we can help pay for college!

Daily Responsibilities

• Supply multiple work centers with materials
• Weigh or count, band and tag production material for storage or shipment in an accurate manner.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner
• Placement of material in and out of storage and staging areas in an accurate manner according to plant inventory and production control procedures.
• Maintain storage and staging areas in a clean and orderly manner consistent with plant inventory control procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Load and unload trucks, accounting for correct number of containers/skids shipped, received and complete the necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Make sure chocks are in place before loading or unloading trucks.

Qualifications

• Strong Attendance history
• Able to read and write legibly in English required
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs required
• Meet production-servicing standards required
• Completion necessary Forklift Certification required
• Must be willing to drive a reach lift, sit down lift, order picker and a turret lift up to 30 feet.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law., We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; retirement plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.