Material Handler — Fast-Paced, Safety-Driven Warehouse

Great Dane LLC; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 53,297,000 - 54,729,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Night shift premium $0.50/hour

Wages from $18.60/hour

Overtime opportunities

Strong safety standards

Employee-developed culture

Job summary

Great Dane LLC in Huntsville, TN is seeking a Material Handler to move materials, supplies, and finished goods across designated locations, supporting production and shipping operations. No prior experience required; you will obtain a forklift license within 30 days, work Monday-Thursday on first shift, and use RFGen scanning to track inventory while maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

This role offers overtime and a positive team culture in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Employee must be able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Employee must be able to remember how to perform multiple tasks from day to day.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Employee must look for potential cost savings in the work process, help keep scrap and waste to a minimum and be efficient in use of all supplies.
• The employee must perform the assigned tasks in a way they meet or exceed the required production level.
• 1-2 years of previous fork truck experience preferred.
• 1-2 years of previous experience working with a scan gun preferred.
• Ability to work with hands.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to follow instructions, given either verbally or in writing.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good math skills.
• Efficient time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Receives, distributes, and stores products as directed in designated, secure locations.
• Prepares and maintains records of materials received and shipped including dates of transactions, locations, and other pertinent information.
• Reviews shipments for quality and accuracy; reviews accompanying documents for accuracy.
• Confirms shipping details or special instructions; expedites shipments that affect the manufacturing process schedule.
• Transports and loads materials, supplies, and finished goods (manually and/or using hand trucks and skids).
• Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
• Securing loads to machine before transportation.
• When problems arise, resolves issues with contractors or vendors.
• Manages inventory by utilizing RFGen scanning equipment.
• Identifies and reporting workplace safety hazards.
• Maintains cleanliness of assigned area and surrounding areas.
• Works closely with leaders and other employees in a team environment.
• Must obtain valid fork truck license and certification within first 30 days of employment.
• Collects and properly disposes of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping; maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Follows all Great Dane safety requirements when transporting loads and otherwise.
• Ensures fork truck safety inspection sheet is completed daily.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

RFGen scanning

Tape measure reading

English communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

RFGen scanning equipment

Hand trucks / skids

Job description

Great Dane LLC in Huntsville, TN is seeking a Material Handler to move materials, supplies, and finished goods across designated locations, supporting production and shipping operations. No prior experience required; you will obtain a forklift license within 30 days, work Monday-Thursday on first shift, and use RFGen scanning to track inventory while maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

This role offers overtime and a positive team culture in manufacturing.