Material Handler & Forklift Specialist

AB Volvo; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Career development opportunities

Safe working environment

Job summary

Volvo Penta is hiring a Material Handler at our Lexington Production Plant. You will load, unload, and move finished and unfinished products, parts, and supplies throughout the facility and input transactions promptly and accurately.

You should have 1–3 years in manufacturing, 2+ years forklift experience, and the ability to lift 75 lbs. English literacy is required to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years experience in manufacturing environment.
• At least 2 years forklift experience.
• Must be able to lift 75lbs.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move raw/materials and finished goods across the plant.
• Move items to designated work areas and bins as instructed.
• Inspect incoming/outgoing items for condition and quantity.
• Use Material Tracking Computer System to ship/receive products.
• Learn RF scanning system for receiving/transferring parts.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Time management

Basic math

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanning system

Material Tracking Computer System

Job description

Volvo Penta is hiring a Material Handler at our Lexington Production Plant. You will load, unload, and move finished and unfinished products, parts, and supplies throughout the facility and input transactions promptly and accurately.

You should have 1–3 years in manufacturing, 2+ years forklift experience, and the ability to lift 75 lbs. English literacy is required to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.