Material Handler - 1st Shift

Polaris Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Gym & personal training reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability offerings

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a warehouse associate to move materials, process inventory, and support shipping and receiving. You will operate forklifts, verify part numbers, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires lifting up to 40 pounds, adherence to safety rules, and the ability to work overtime as needed. Polaris emphasizes training, productivity, and a strong team culture within its warehouse operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Move materials and product with forklift within department; handle various items.
• Load and unload trucks at shipping and receiving docks.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and PO information against packing slips.
• Work wherever needed based on training.
• Follow safety rules and regulations.
• Complete production paperwork (labor reporting, move tickets, SPC charts, manifests).
• Maintain a neat, clean, orderly work area.
• Operate RF equipment to transact inventory.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Process inbound receipts and outbound shipments.
• Pick boxed merchandise from warehouse and print barcodes.
• Audit warehouse inventory and reconcile locations.
• Prepare daily audit reports and log inventory adjustments.
• Assist with samples and PCI process; may work overtime or on short notice.
• Participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Communication skills

Reading routings

Counting accuracy

Forklift certification

Able to lift 40 lbs

Overhead crane operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MAPICS

Job description

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

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

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

See Human Resources Base Pay Range: $21.03 - $24.99 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. We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off
• Gym & personal training reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Disability offerings

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 experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800‑765‑2747 or [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov). At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at http://www.polaris.com/careers