Material Handler

Magna International, Inc; Tennessee; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in Tennessee is seeking a material handler/warehouse associate to rotate across cells, stock production lines, and move materials safely and efficiently. You will operate forklifts, load/unload trucks, and follow detailed work orders in a FIFO workflow.

Responsibilities include counting and labeling, assisting other handlers, cycling inventory, and supporting recycling and safety programs in a collaborative plant environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain forklift driver's license.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Rotate weekly to each established cell and stock line with parts (FIFO).
• Load/unload trucks and move materials using hand trucks, forklifts, and conveyors.
• Follow work orders and move materials to production lines on a FIFO basis.
• Count/weigh items, label, and move materials within storage areas using equipment.
• Cycle count materials as directed by Material Supervisor and restock lines.
• Participate in recycling and keep cell areas clean; support safety and quality systems.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma

Job description

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
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Group Summary

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities

• Rotates on a weekly basis to each established cell. Stocks production line with parts on a first in - first out (FIFO) basis. Maintain responsibility for the preservation of all parts in the assigned cell.
• Load and unload trucks, conveyers and other types of transporting equipment, either manually or with aid of material handling devices. Transporting material to and from departments and workstations, using hand trucks, fork lifts, tote boxes and other material handling equipment.
• Follows all work instructions and procedures. Reads work orders for movement of materials to the production line on a FIFO basis.
• Counts or weighs items to be moved, labels materials prior to being moved if applicable, counts and stacks received materials, moves material and tonnage within storage area to and from the loading area using forklift truck, hoist motorized conveyor or other material handling equipment.
• Cycle count material as requested by the Material Supervisor (or designate). Interacts with and assists other material handlers to ensure adequate stock is available to maintain production. Restock line at end of shift and notifies Material Supervisor of any stock deficiencies.
• Participate in recycling program where applicable. Cleans up battery acid spills if one occurs, and keeps responsible cell area clean.
• Works on continuous improvement projects through the cell meetings. Comply with Quality, Environmental, and Material Management System requirements.
• Displays a positive attitude towards safety, works safely, follows all company policies and reports all unsafe and unhealthy conditions.
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Ensure all safety and non-safety plant rules and regulations are followed.
• Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.
• Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues.
• Taking appropriate corrective action when substandard performance is observed.

Minimum Qualifications

• EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE: Requires High School education or equivalent. Must obtain a forklift driver's license. Previous forklift experience required. Must possess a valid driver's license.
• MANUAL/PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to operate all material handling equipment.
• COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in person as well as on the telephone, with courtesy and tact.
• BEHAVIOR STANDARDS: Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type: Regular / Permanent

Group: Magna Seating