Material Handler - 1st Shift

North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) match

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a warehouse/inventory associate to transport materials, perform forklift operations, verify quantities, and support production records. The role requires forklift certification, physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and the flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, processing shipments, cycle counting, and maintaining an accurate, tidy workspace. Training and safety compliance are emphasized in this role.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Must be certified Polaris forklift driver.
• Ability to operate multiple forklifts (electric stand-up, electric sit-down, LP, side load).
• Ability to read routings, work orders, manifests and production reports.
• Ability to count accurately and document work.
• Ability to operate overhead crane.
• Ability to use MAPICS software.
• Ability to work in a changing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Team player focused on customer service and quality.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials and product between departments and within assigned area.
• Load and unload trucks at docks as needed.
• Verify part numbers and quantities against packing slips.
• Contribute to inventory accuracy via cycle counts and audits.
• Prepare production paperwork and daily audit reports.
• Process inbound/outbound shipments and parcel receipts.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Operate forklifts in outdoor scrap/dumping operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication

Reading routings

Counting

Self-motivation

Overhead crane operation

MAPICS

Adaptability

Lifting 40 lbs

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MAPICS

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Job Summary

Transport materials and product from, to, and within department assigned. Process various inventory transactions while maintaining 99% inventory accuracy for your area of responsibility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Use forklift to move materials and product within department as instructed. This may include steel coils, dies, baskets and containers, vinyl, welded components, etc.
2. Load and unload trucks at shipping and receiving docks as instructed.
3. Verifies part numbers, quantities, and purchase order information against packing slips.
4. Team members are expected to work wherever needed based on training.
5. Work in safe and healthy manner, strictly following all safety rules and regulations.
6. Accurately complete paperwork required for production records. This includes items such as labor reporting, move tickets, SPC charts, manifests, etc.
7. Maintain a neat, clean, orderly work area.
8. Operate Radio Frequency equipment to transact inventory.
9. Cycle count inventory and research problems.
10. Process small parcel (UPS) shipments and receipts.
11. Complete company provided training.
12. Process outbound shipments and inbound receipts.
13. Pick boxed merchandise from warehouse.
14. Print bar code label to identify product.
15. Operate forklift out-of-doors in a scrap dumping operation.
16. Audits the warehouse inventory to reconcile locations against computer files.
17. Investigates inventory discrepancies and concludes the most probable cause of errors.
18. Prepares a daily report of audit results.
19. Keys all warehouse inventory adjustments.
20. Assists with statistical samples.
21. Must be able to work overtime on short notice.
22. Participate in PCI process. Perform special projects as assigned.

Skills & Knowledge

1. High School degree or equivalent.
2. Ability to operate numerous forklifts: electric stand-up, electric sit-down, L.P. and side load, in a warehouse environment.
3. Ability to communicate well with others.
4. Ability to read and understand routings, work orders, manifests, and production reports.
5. Ability to count accurately.
6. Certification as Polaris forklift driver required.
7. Ability to take instructions and work with little supervision.
8. Ability to operate overhead crane.
9. Ability to use MAPICS computer software.
10. Ability to work in a changing environment.
11. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
12. Team Player with focus on customer service and quality.

Working Conditions

See Human Resources

Base Pay Range

$21.72 - $25.74

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Benefits

• At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing.
• Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.
• At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.
• Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future.
• In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.
• Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work.
• Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side‑by‑side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all‑terrain off‑road vehicles; military and commercial off‑road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto‑roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry‑leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding