Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Tennant; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennant Company is seeking an Entry Level Material Handler to support material handling functions. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, maintaining workflow, and ensuring safety. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and forklift operation experience. This role supports a positive and safe work environment, contributing to Tennant's mission of innovative cleaning solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid time off and voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Competent in the operation of a fork truck.
• Possess a current license to operate a fork truck.
• Previous experience in Warehouse Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered forklift trucks and material handling equipment.
• Maintain equipment in good operating order and follow inspection processes.
• Perform basic warehouse transactions and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Ability to follow detailed work instructions.

Ability to problem-solve

Ability to operate powered forklifts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

RF Device

Warehouse Management System (WM Warehouse)

Job description

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

PURPOSE/SCOPE:

The Entry Level Material Handler will function within a team providing support across all functional areas of Material Handling to maintain workflow and organization of material. Applicants must be open to cross training and demonstrate the ability to promote a positive, safe working environment focused on teamwork.

GENERAL RESPONISIBILITIES:

• Operate powered forklift trucks, hoists, handcarts, and other material handling equipment to maintain workflow and the organization of material
• Use production paperwork to locate, deliver and place materials in a warehouse environment
• Maintain equipment in good operating order, follows power industrial equipment guidelines and completes start-of-shift inspection checklist
• Demonstrate proficiency to perform within at least 1 area of their function
• Perform low amount of troubleshooting and adjustment to complete assigned tasks
• Understand and participates in continuous improvement activities
• Perform housekeeping and 5S to keep the department clean, safe, and well organized
• Perform basic warehouse transactions
• Identify problems or potential safety hazards and recommends resolutions
• Maintain safe working habits
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated skills necessary to perform the duties of the position
• Competentin the operation of a fork truck
• Possessa current license to operate a fork truck
• Previous experience in SAP, RF Device, and Warehouse Management preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions.
• Ability to acquire Tennant Company Power Industrial Truck Certification (PIT).
• Ability to operate a stand up and sit-down forklift, hoists, handcarts and stock chaser.
• Ability to use a warehouse management system and associated tools (WM Warehouse, SAP, RF Device)
• Ability to navigate a computer and WorkForce.

REQUIRED INTERPERSONAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
• Consistent attendance either onsite or remotely as needed by the business
• Ability to take direction and accept supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Routinely bends and lifts up to 40 pounds individually
• Works in multiple positions during a shift
• Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift

ENVRINOMENTAL EXPOSURES:

• Routinely and regularly works near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to hot conditions
• Occasionally exposed to non-toxic fumes
• Moderate noise level
• Occasionallyexposed to oil, grease, gasoline, dust, metal particles and sharp-edged materials

SAFETY REQUIRMENTS:

• Must be able to wear safety glasses, steel toed shoes and hearing protection

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $29,400 - 44,100 Annualized
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Tennant Co. reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualifications of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits
Benefits = A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, disability, life insurance, paid time off, and voluntary benefits!

Begin your journey with us. Let's reinvent how the world cleans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

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