Material Handler I - 2nd shift

Klein Tools; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacations & Holidays

Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, &Dn

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development

Job summary

Klein Tools, a leading manufacturer, is hiring a Material Handler I in Mansfield, TX. You will play a central role in moving materials through production, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products. Your hands-on work supports manufacturing efficiency and accuracy.

The role requires attention to detail, English proficiency, and ability to operate a forklift, RF scanner, and pallet jack. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) with matching, and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of related work experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Must be able to operate a Class II Sit-Down Forklift, RF Scanner, and Pallet Jack.
• Knowledge updating data and navigating through material requirements planning software and supply chain software (production reporting, inventory location/cycle count).
• Ability to read a production ticket, job packet, or bill of material for work orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to transport inbound and outbound materials within production cells.
• Update data within the computer systems including location and inventory count of all materials.
• Verify material move requirements and check the status of orders to prepare for daily production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished products.
• Correspond with supervisors or Material Handler II employees to resolve shortages of materials or inventory balance discrepancies.
• Report accurate count of production parts and scrap by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
• Assist manufacturing team members with material requests and order additional components as needed.
• Perform daily safety inspections of material handling equipment and weekly watering of the lift truck batteries.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to help solve daily problems, improve efficiencies, and keep the work area organized and clean.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class II Sit-Down Forklift

RF Scanner

Pallet Jack

Job description

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Perks for you include:

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

Join our team and play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly! As a Material Handler I, you will be at the center of our manufacturing process, ensuring materials move efficiently throughout production and helping deliver high-quality products to our customers on time.

If you're detail-oriented, enjoy working in a hands-on environment, and take pride in being a key contributor to a successful team, we'd love to hear from you!

• Operate a forklift to transport inbound and outbound materials within production cells.
• Update data within the computer systems including location and inventory count of all materials.
• Verify material move requirements and check the status of orders to prepare for daily production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished products.
• Correspond with supervisors or Material Handler II employees to resolve shortages of materials or inventory balance discrepancies.
• Report accurate count of production parts and scrap by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
• Assist manufacturing team members with material requests and order additional components as needed.
• Perform daily safety inspections of material handling equipment and weekly watering of the lift truck batteries.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to help solve daily problems, improve efficiencies, and keep the work area organized and clean.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education development (GED) and one (1) year of related work experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Must be able to operate a Class II Sit-Down Forklift, RF Scanner, and Pallet Jack.
• Must possess knowledge in updating data and navigating through material requirements planning software and supply chain software (i.e. production reporting, inventory location/cycle count software, etc.).
• Ability to read a production ticket, job packet, or bill of material for work orders.

Physical Demand Requirements

DISCLAIMER: This position may include exposure to radio frequencies that may be dangerous to individuals with a pacemaker, consult with your doctor.

• Walking, up to 10 hours per day (interruptive)
• Sitting or Standing, up to 10 hours per day (interruptive)
• Bending/twisting neck, up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)
• Bending/twisting waist, up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)
• Hand movement, up to 10 hours per day (repetitive)
• Arm movement, up to 10 hours per day (repetitive)
• Pushing/pulling weight (assisted), up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)
• Lifting weight, up to 35 lbs., up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)

Your main focus:

• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [e-mail].