Material Handler

wabashcareers; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision

401k with match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Wabash is seeking a Material Handler in Griffin, GA to locate and move production materials to the lines using forklift, carts, and manual methods. You’ll read work orders, verify quantities, and ensure safe handling; occasional driving may be required to meet state licensing if operating company vehicles.

Training is provided, with a focus on accuracy and safety. The role emphasizes independent work, adherence to quality labels, basic math for inventory, and clear two-way radio communication on

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Basic reading, writing, & verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow work orders and labels.
• Moving and manipulation of various materials and supplies.
• Tape measure accuracy.
• Communication skills – two way radio.
• Read and sign for materials.
• Basic math skills for inventory reporting.
• Work independently.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading

Math

Communication

Independence

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Description

Identifies and locates various production materials and supplies. Using a variety of methods (including forklift, carts and manually) moves and supplies materials to the production lines. Position may require driving on public roads requiring employee to meet state licensing requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and follow work orders and labels
• Moving and manipulation of various materials and supplies
• Tape measure accuracy
• Communication skills – two way radio
• Read and sign for materials
• Basic math skills for inventory reporting
• Work independently

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Basic reading, writing, & verbal skills

Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience

Experience and education are a plus; however, it’s not required. Wabash provides training for all assembler positions. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor.

Benefits

• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Working Conditions/Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites where the noise level can be very loud with high temperatures at times. Due to the work environment, all employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal production equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering. Wabash is committed to provide equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, and sex.

Physical Demands

As an Material Handler, you are regularly required to stand, walk, lean, push, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle, and operate tools or controls for the entirety of their shift. The employee needs full range of motion in arms and hands, all Material Handlers must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. Some employees also work in small spaces throughout their shift

and frequently lift and/or carry objects weighting up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus, along with good hand-eye coordination.

Behavioral Attributes

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks, and pursues completion of objectives
• Is knowledgeable & confident in communicating information
• Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safely
• Copes successfully with unexpected events
• Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time

Leadership Attributes

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering. Below are some of our key values:

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.
• Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.
• Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo.
• Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.
• Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to succeed as one team and One Wabash.