Material Handler

American Axle & Manufacturing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. (AAM) is seeking a dedicated Material Handler in Columbus, OH to move, organize, and distribute raw materials and finished products.

The role supports production operations and inventory accuracy within a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include receiving and inspecting materials, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, staging components for production, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment while collaborating with multiple departments to meet

Qualifications

• Prior experience (1–3 years) as a Material Handler in manufacturing/warehouse is preferred.
• Ability to operate forklift.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming materials, verifying quantities against purchase orders and identifying discrepancies or damage.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move materials to storage, production lines or shipping docks.
• Prepare and stage materials for production runs, ensuring correct components are available at the right time and location.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervision.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and shipping to ensure efficient material flow and meet targets.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Materials handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title

Job Description Summary

Move, organize and distribute raw materials and finished products.

Job Description:

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. (AAM) is seeking a dedicated and efficient Material Handler to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth flow of materials within our manufacturing facility, supporting production operations and maintaining inventory accuracy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming materials, verifying quantities against purchase orders and identifying any discrepancies or damage.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to move materials to designated storage areas, production lines, or shipping docks.
• Prepare and stage materials for production runs, ensuring that the correct components are available at the right time and location.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervision immediately.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and shipping departments to ensure efficient material flow and meet production targets.

Required Skills and Education

Prior experience (1-3 years) as a Material Handler in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.

Ability to operate forklift.

Basic computer skills.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.