Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Columbus McKinnon EMEA; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler to weigh, tag and record inventory; support production by delivering containers and moving materials across both plants. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid forklift license, plus Kanban knowledge and data entry skills. Second shift: Mon–Thu, 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.

with a $1.00/hr shift premium; overtime may start Friday at 2:00 p.m. Base pay is $20.00/hr.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid forklift license that must be maintained throughout employment.
• Knowledge of Kanban cards, pull systems, and computer data entry.
• Ability to operate weight-counting scales; training will be provided.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, manufacturing and ABC prints, work-order packets, and Non-Conforming Material Reports.
• Ability to review production schedules and accurately identify and label products during weighing and counting.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Ability to safely lift, lower, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Check scale accuracy every morning using dead weights.
• Weigh, tag, and record inventory transactions for production, warehouse, and outside-processing functions.
• Record inventory movements in CMBIS modules to maintain accurate records.
• Place stored items in the correct rack locations.
• Transfer empty material-handling containers to departmental staging areas.
• Maintain all required paperwork.
• Complete required Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) on equipment used in the role.
• Inspect the forklift daily.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift license

Kanban cards

Data entry

Weight-counting scales

Read/interpret instructions

Production schedules

Follow instructions

Lift up to 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Responsible for maintaining and accurately reporting the flow of materials across both plants, including Work-in-Process, Semi-Finished Goods, and Finished Goods. This position also supports production employees by delivering empty material-handling containers and servicing material needs throughout the assigned plant.

Responsibilities

• Check scale accuracy every morning using dead weights.
• Weigh, tag, and record inventory transactions for production, warehouse, and outside-processing functions.
• Record inventory movements in CMBIS modules to maintain accurate records.
• Place stored items in the correct rack locations.
• Transfer empty material-handling containers to departmental staging areas.
• Maintain all required paperwork.
• Complete required Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) on equipment used in the role.
• Inspect the forklift daily.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid forklift license that must be maintained throughout employment.
• Knowledge of Kanban cards, pull systems, and computer data entry.
• Ability to operate weight-counting scales; training will be provided.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, manufacturing and ABC prints, work-order packets, and Non-Conforming Material Reports.
• Ability to review production schedules and accurately identify and label products during weighing and counting.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Ability to safely lift, lower, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.

Shift Hours and Overtime

• Second shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.
• Shift premium: Additional $1.00 per hour.
• Friday overtime: Starts at 2:00 p.m. and may last up to eight hours.
• Overtime may be optional or mandatory based on business needs.

Additional Information

• Base pay: $20.00 per hour.
• Employees must complete training on the operation of weight-counting scales.
• The role supports material movement and inventory accuracy across both plants.

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

@ 2024 Columbus McKinnon Corporation. All Rights Reserved.