Material Handler

voestalpine; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid life and disability保险

Paid holidays and vacation

Retirement plan with matching

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials for production. You will read shipping documents, assist with yard duties, and ensure accurate stocking and kit creation for production lines.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift and crane certification preferred, and the ability to read measurements and perform basic math. On-site work with safety and quality priorities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift and Crane certification preferred.
• Ability to read work orders, pick lists, bills of lading, and shipping documents.
• Ability to utilize a tape measure down to at least 1/16 inch.
• Basic mathematical calculation experience with whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials for inbound or outbound trucks.
• Move, log, organize, and catalogue materials.
• Pull parts and make kits for production areas.
• Move materials throughout the shop and yard area as needed.
• Operate forklift, payloader and Trackmobile safely.
• Coordinate shipment of outgoing finished products.
• Follow work orders, pick lists, bills of lading, and other documents.

Skills

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Reading shipping documents

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Crane certification

Job description

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Material Handler

Production Knoxville Full Time Hourly Knoxville, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2403

Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak!

Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we leadthe industry in shaping the future of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts,fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people,global mobility, andsustainability andinnovation.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our corevalues of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion,and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality,showing genuinecare for one another's growth and development, acommitment to our customers, andfostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers.

We are looking for a Material Handler to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Material Handler is responsible to load and unload material for inbound or outbound trucks. Move, log, organize and catalogue material. Pick material for production jobs.

Task and Responsibilities:

• Handle materials including rail, castings, plates and other materials such as bolts and MRO items arrive via flatbed, van or rail car.
• Unload, receive, inspect, label and put away incoming materials.
• Pull parts and make "kits" for production areas.
• Move materials throughout the shop and yard area as needed.
• Use hand tools, shrink wrap, banding, crating and palletizing equipment to package parts for shipment.
• Coordinate shipment of outgoing finished products.
• Load flatbeds, vans and rail cars with outgoing finished goods.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleanup of yard area.
• Follow work orders, pick lists, bills of lading and other shipping documents.
• Calculate weight of parts and shipments.
• Read and follow production schedule.
• Safely operate forklift, John Deere (payloader) and Trackmobile (locomotive rail car mover).
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Safety, Quality and Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements (e.g. education, experience, skills and desired competencies)

• High School graduate or GED preferred
• Forklift and Crane certification preferred
• Ability to read work orders, pick lists, bills of lading, and shipping documents
• Ability to utilize a tape measure down to at least a 1/16th
• Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and pushing, pulling, or lifting objects for the duration of your required schedule shift.
• Use hands and arms to operate tools, handle materials, and reach for the duration of your required scheduled shift.
• Regularly lift and carry 30-35 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Hearing abilities necessary to perform job tasks safely and effectively.

Working Location:

• A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture
• We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority
• Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak (“Nortrak”) is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG ( www.voestalpine.com ) one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group which operates in 21 countries across the globe to provide cutting edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits. Our website is https://www.voestalpine.com/nortrak/en/

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.