Material Handler (2nd shift)

Hendrickson; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Travel Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401K Plan

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hendrickson is hiring for a warehouse associate to support shipping, receiving, and storage operations. You will prepare and load products, verify incoming materials, and move items using forklift equipment.

You’ll also assist with packing, cycle counts, and basic maintenance while following safety procedures and contributing to a team-focused environment. The role requires the ability to lift up to 70 pounds, work outdoors year-round, and complete required driver assessments or OSHA-certified

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, receiving, and warehousing operations is desired.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment safely and complete a driving assessment.
• Experience with sitdown and stand-up forklifts is preferred.
• Understanding of inventory and warehousing concepts for effectiveness.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs and handle various materials.
• Willingness to work outdoors year round.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Commitment to attendance and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and loads product as part of pre-shipping and shipping processes.
• Receives incoming materials, verifies and records them.
• Moves and stores materials using warehouse locating systems.
• Packs products for shipment and handles dunnage as needed.
• Operates sitdown and standup forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Performs cycle counts and other audits as required.
• Disposes of scrap packaging with available equipment.
• Maintains safe work habits and adheres to procedures.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sitdown forklift

Standup forklift

OSHA certification training

Job description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and loads product as part of pre-shipping and shipping processes
• Receives incoming materials, performs verification and receiving processes
• Moves and stores materials/product using warehouse locating systems
• Moves materials/product/dunnage in support of production operations
• Packages product for shipment
• Operates material handling equipment to include sitdown and standup forktrucks/forklifts
• Performs material handling duties of all types
• Performs cycle counts and other audits as required
• Disposes of scrap packaging utilizing equipment such as a compactor
• Exercises safe work habits
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES SOUGHT:

• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and warehousing operations, experience desired
• Ability to operate material handling equipment in a safe and courteous manner, as well as, successfully complete a driving assessment and pass an OSHA approved certification program
• Experience and proficiency in operating sitdown and stand-up forklifts preferred
• Knowledge of inventory and warehousing concepts that promote effectiveness
• Able to lift waist high up to 70lbs. and to handle various materials/product
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors year 'round
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Ability to meet performance standards by adhering to established work procedures
• Ability to identify and report problems/concerns while recommending solutions
• Ability to function as an effective team member
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, travel, and disability insurance
• a flexible spending account
• 401K plans
• a pension plan
• paid holidays and vacation
• financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education
• We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.