Material Handler / 3rd Shift

Danfoss GmbH; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering solutions is seeking a Material Handler for their warehouse operations in Ames, Iowa. This role involves tasks like inventory management, packaging products accurately, and ensuring safety standards are upheld. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have practical forklift experience. The position offers competitive benefits and the possibility of remote work, emphasizing a commitment to employee safety and well-being.

Benefits

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Possibility to work remotely

Pension plan

Personal insurance

Communication package

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely.
• Willingness to comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Label, weigh, and ship products to maintain inventory.
• Accurately package and label each carton/package.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Label, palletize, weigh and ship products to maintain inventory in the warehouse and to pull/fill orders for shipments to customers accurately and on time
• Determine products and location in order to count and pull the correct amount of product to accurately fill orders
• Quickly read and understand shop orders and ascertain part numbers and quantities needed per each package
• Accurately package and label each carton/package
• Retrieve/pull product from bins or shelves either manually or using various types of mechanized material handling equipment
• Perform minimal preventive maintenance activities

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required
• One (1) year of experience in a manufacturing environment for warehouse facility
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship Must be local-no relocation offered
• Ability to operate a forklift safely is required. Safety record will be considered when selecting employees for Material Handler positions.
• Attendance, rarely absent or late, pre-schedules and pre-approves absences
  
• Safety: Follows safety & housekeeping standards and procedures, uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), looks after the safety of others.
• Repetitive bending and lifting up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to work well as a team member
• Forklift experience - Stand-up/Sit-down forklift preferred
• Ability to use banding tooling for securing material pallets prior to storage or shipping

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does 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.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Nearest Major Market: Ames
Nearest Secondary Market: Des Moines