Material Handler Forklift Driver

AESC US; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Short and long-term disability coverage

Job summary

AESC US is seeking a motivated Material Handler in Smyrna, TN. The role involves operating forklifts, ensuring accurate inventory management, and supporting manufacturing operations. Ideal candidates will have prior forklift experience and the ability to work with limited supervision. The position offers a full-time schedule with various shifts, comprehensive compensation packages, and a commitment to workplace safety. Join us at AESC US to contribute to our mission of exceptional customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous forklift experience.
• Must be able to stay on task with limited supervision.
• Ability to become certified on forklift.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing deliveries.
• Maintain accurate warehouse inventories and practices.

Skills

Forklift experience

Ability to stay on task

Certification on forklift

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Description

Fixx Energy is looking to add a Material Handler to our team in Smyrna, TN.

Position type: Full-Time

Shifts: 4 x 12 (Mon-Thurs) / 3 x 12 (Mon-Wed) Day Shift, 4 x 12 (Mon-Thurs) / 3 x 12 (Mon-Wed) Night Shift - alternating weeks. Weekend Shifts: 4 x 12 (Thu-Sun) / 3 x 12 (Fri-Sun) Day shift, 4 x 12 (Thu-Sun) / 3 x 12 (Fri-Sun) Night Shift - alternating weeks.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team and play a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for delivering a consistent flow of material to the production line, receiving components, shipping finished goods, and completing systematic transactions to effectively maintain an accurate inventory.

What You Will Do

• Upon certification, safely and efficiently operate the Aisle Master lift, Hyster Narrow Aisle Turret truck, End Rider, and traditional forklift.
• Verify the accuracy and quality of incoming deliveries.
• Receive deliveries into the warehouse management system and put them away into assigned bin locations.
• Pick and place products to support manufacturing operations.
• Pick and label outbound products accurately and place them accordingly.
• Load shipments on time, accurately, and according to AESC and customer standards.
• Process returns by completing required documentation and communication to QA.
• Collaborate with internal departments to locate packages, process deliveries and shipments, and move products throughout the plant.
• Support the Incoming Quality Control program through the timely delivery of component samples.
• Participate in the facility recycling program by removing scrap from the production line.
• Sort, palletize and stage electrode packaging for return to our designated internal production site.
• Receive returnable finished good packaging, complete the quality inspection sort, put away in the warehouse, and deliver to production line, as needed.
• Maintain accurate warehouse inventories through disciplined process adherence and working closely with the inventory analyst and cycle counters to complete regular inventory management.
• Practice safe driving habits, conduct regular inspections, perform routine cleanings, and perform preventive maintenance to keep all material handling equipment in the best condition.
• Support cycle counts and physical inventories as required.
• Comply with all inventory management foreign trade zone requirements.
• Maintain safe warehouse practices including but not limited to: verifying dock equipment is in safe working order, verifying trailers/containers are in safe working order prior to entering, adhering to safe operating procedures, and reporting any unsafe conditions immediately to your supervisor.

Work Environment

Primarily an automated manufacturing plant with concrete floors, moderate noise, forklift traffic, and a temperature-controlled environment. Must be able to perform all essential functions on the plant floor while interacting with employees, management, and suppliers. Must efficiently and accurately perform all essential duties and responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, without posing a significant safety threat to self or others.

What We Offer

Fixx Energy’s Total Rewards philosophy is built on the belief that when our people thrive, our mission succeeds. We provide a comprehensive suite of competitive compensation, robust benefits, and wellness resources designed to support your life both inside and outside of work, allowing you to focus on making an impact.

• Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K with company match.
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available).
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays.
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid).
• Tution reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen. This company is a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

What You Need

• 1 year of previous forklift experience.
• Must be able to stay on task with limited supervision.
• Ability to become certified on forklift.

Nice to Have

• WMS Experience.
• Experience working within a Foreign Trade Zone.
• Aisle Master lift, Narrow Aisle lift, and/or reach truck experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Ability to sit or remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms throughout the day.
• Ability to frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and hear to effectively exchange information.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 35 pounds.