Material Handler 2nd Shift

Polaris Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Wellness programs

Gym & personal training reimbursement

Life & disability insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. seeks a warehouse associate to operate forklifts, move materials, and support shipping/receiving. You will verify parts against packing slips, maintain accurate records, and work in a safety‑driven environment. Training and onboarding are provided, with potential overtime.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to read routings and production reports, and teamwork in a dynamic facility. Health, retirement, and wellness benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Certification as Polaris forklift driver required.
• Read routings, work orders, manifests and production reports.
• Count accurately and work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (electric stand‑up, electric sit‑down, LP, side load) safely.
• Move materials and products within department as instructed.
• Load/unload trucks at shipping/receiving docks.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and PO information against packing slips.
• Audit warehouse inventory and prepare daily audit reports.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Read routings/production reports

Attention to detail

MAPICS

Adaptability

Tools

MAPICS ERP

Overhead crane

Job description

Responsibilities

• Use forklift to move materials and product within department as instructed (may include steel coils, dies, baskets, containers, vinyl, welded components, etc.)
• Load and unload trucks at shipping and receiving docks as instructed.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and purchase order information against packing slips.
• Work wherever needed based on training.
• Work in a safe and healthy manner, strictly following all safety rules and regulations.
• Accurately complete paperwork required for production records (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 labels to identify product.
• Operate forklift outdoors in a scrap dumping operation.
• Audit warehouse inventory to reconcile locations against computer files.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and conclude the most probable cause of errors.
• Prepare a daily report of audit results.
• Key all warehouse inventory adjustments.
• Assist with statistical samples.
• Must be able to work overtime on short notice.
• Participate in PCI process.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Operate numerous forklifts: electric stand‑up, electric sit‑down, L.P. and side load.
• Communicate well with others.
• Read and understand routings, work orders, manifests, and production reports.
• Count accurately.
• Certification as Polaris forklift driver required.
• Take instructions and work with little supervision.
• Operate overhead crane.
• Use MAPICS computer software.
• Work in a changing environment.
• Team player with focus on customer service and quality.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs. Ability to bend, twist, turn, kneel, and squat. Stand and walk up to eight hours per day and reach overhead continuously. Work safely around moving equipment, power tools, and industrial vehicles. It may be necessary to perform any of these functions up to twelve hours a day.

Pre‑Hire Training

All interested candidates are required to complete a 16‑hour (over a period of 4 days) training program with AIDT for consideration. An offer of employment can be made at any time during the training period. However, the offer is contingent upon the training being completed, and the results of pre‑employment checks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $21.72 – $25.74 per hour.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation.
• Matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life and disability insurance.
• Polaris Foundation volunteer time off.
• No visa sponsorship will be provided.

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].