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

Hendrickson; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Great benefits

Direct hire

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Hendrickson in Indiana near Fort Wayne is seeking a Material Handler to stock and move production materials across multiple work centers. You will weigh, count, band and tag items and operate safe, company-approved warehouse equipment.

This role emphasizes reliable attendance, physical fitness to lift up to 40 lbs, and safe operation of forklifts and order pickers. We offer benefits, weekly pay, and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• English literacy required to read procedures.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must have reliable attendance.
• Forklift certified or willing to obtain certification.
• Able to operate warehouse equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Supply multiple work centers with materials.
• Weigh, count, band and tag production material for storage or shipment.
• Operate equipment safely.
• Move material in/out of storage according to procedures.
• Keep storage areas clean and orderly.
• Load and unload trucks and complete paperwork.
• Ensure chocks are in place before loading/unloading.

Skills

Attendance history

English literacy

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Tools

Forklift Certification

Reach lift operation

Order picker

Turret lift

Job description

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.

Benefits

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.

• 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 to 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.