Material Handler DC III

Enersys; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in stored energy solutions seeks a Material Handler to ensure production workers have the necessary materials. The role involves operating forklifts, performing maintenance, and adhering to safety protocols in a plant environment. Candidates should be able to lift heavy materials and work varying schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow operation instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet/fork truck in a safe manner.
• Supply necessary material to production workers.
• Perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Data Entry

Forklift Operation

Hazardous Material Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Job Purpose

Keep raw material supplied to the production workers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate pallet/fork truck in a safe manner
• Perform routine maintenance
• Supply necessary material to production workers
• Remove empty racks/pallets from workstations/ load and unload trucks/store and book inraw materials

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification
• Ability to perform data entry
• Ability to read, understand, and follow operation instructions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hazardous material handling

General Job Requirements

• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
• This position requires working in a plant/warehouse environment. Therefore, expect varying working conditions.
• Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
• Must be able and willing to wear a respirator.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime.
• Must be able and willing to work varying schedules which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Must be able and willing to operate a forklift.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled