Material Handler

The Shyft Group, Inc.; Bristol (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Work/Life & Growth

Job summary

The Aebi Schmidt Group is currently seeking a Material Handler to support operations in Nashville, TN. The role requires maintaining a valid forklift license, accurate inventory control, and timely material handling to prevent downtime.

Responsibilities include coordinating with ERP/MRP and barcode scanning systems, planning material needs, and supporting safety and quality initiatives. Candidates should be detail-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with POU material handling methods.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to a high standard of excellence.
• Versatility, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Acute attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain forklift license and complete daily fork truck maintenance log.
• Work with ERP/MRP and barcode scanners systems (if applicable).
• Maintain inventory accuracy through stock transfers and cycle counts.
• Plan and order materials as required by operations schedule.
• Ensure timely supply of POU materials to avoid production downtime.
• Identify damaged materials and follow scrap process.
• Move materials to/from various locations using appropriate tools (pallet jack, forklift, stand-up, pack mule).
• Communicate shortages of parts.
• Assist operators with heavy lifting.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Support 5S and safety standards across departments.
• Prepare required reports and communications.
• Willing to work OT on short notice.
• Participate in physical inventory.

Skills

POU material handling methods

Minimal supervision

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility/versatility

Forklift license

ERP/MRP

Bar code scanners

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift/stand-up license

Job description

Material Handler | Nashville, TN

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $20.00 - 20.00

What you'll do:

• Maintain valid forklift/stand-up license- including completion of daily fork truck maintenance log and proper maintenance of equipment


• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP and bar code scanners systems (If applicable)


• Responsible for maintaining inventory record accuracy through accurate stock transfers and cycle counts


• Plans and orders materials as required by operations schedule


• Ensure production/line-side POU (Point of Use) materials are supplied in a timely manner to ensure zero production downtime


• Identifies damaged materials and follows the non-conforming materials scrap process


• Places materials to and from a variety of box/skid/containers/racking location while maintaining accurately placed parts according to material home locations previously created


• Transports materials to designated areas utilizing appropriate tools/vehicles to accomplish task including but not limited to pallet jack, forklift, stand-up and/or pack mule


• Identifies and communicates shortage parts


• Assists operators as needed by lifting heavy objects


• Participates in quality improvement efforts


• Ensuring departments alignment to all corporate initiatives using the 5S methodology


• Assists in maintaining safety standards in all areas of responsibility


• Performs required administrative tasks; prepares all required reports and communication.


• Willingness to work OT on short notice


• Preparation and participation in physical inventory

What you need to be successful:

• HS Diploma or GED required


• Familiarity with POU material handling methods


• Ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Commitment to a high standard of excellence


• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills


• Acute attention to detail

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan


• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance


• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds.

At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle.

Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you're behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at [e-mail].

Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer

Aebi Schmidt Group uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.