Material Handler 2

Danfoss; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and training

Global opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a 1st Shift Material Handler II in Easley, SC. You will manage material movement, staging, and coordination with production to ensure parts are available for orders. The role requires forklift certification, basic SAP use, and the ability to lift heavy items.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy in inventory, and collaboration with production teams to maintain smooth operations. Prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 3 months of Danfoss experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with quality and problem-solving tools (PPAP, PFMEA, Fishbone, etc.).
• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry heavy items (50+ lbs) and stand long periods.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, logistics or warehouse is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain forklift certifications; conduct daily safety inspections.
• Perform daily replenishment route inspections of floor stock to prioritize assembly cells.
• Update material information in the SAP system accurately and timely.
• Notify Department Facilitator and Supply Chain Specialist of current or anticipated shortages.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Heavy-lifting (50+ lbs)

Manufacturing processes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PPAP

Capability studies

PFMEA

Gauge R&R

4-Step

8D

Fishbone analysis

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

We have an immediate opening for a 1st Shift Material Handler II to join our team in Easley, SC. A Material Handler is responsible for managing the movement, storage, and control of materials and products within our manufacturing facility. The Material Handler performs tasks including pulling stock, staging orders, and facilitating material movement between production and warehouse areas. The Material Coordinator collaborates closely with production assembly operators to ensure that the correct supplier parts are available and sufficient for each production order.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Obtain and maintain valid forklift operation certifications and conduct daily safety inspections.
• Carry out daily replenishment route inspections of floor stock items, prioritizing assembly cells when indicated by signals.
• Ensure timely and accurate updates of material information in the SAP system.
• Communicate current or anticipated part shortages to the Department Facilitator and Supply Chain Specialist.

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent from a technical school, or at least three months of relevant experience with Danfoss products.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in quality and problem-solving tools such as PPAP, capability studies, PFMEA, Gauge R&R, 4-Step, 8D, and Fishbone analysis.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy items (often 50+ lbs) and stand for long periods.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse settings is highly preferred.

What You'll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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