Material Handler II

Travero Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Travero Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring a forklift/warehouse operator to move products inside and outside, with exposure to temperature extremes. You will operate bulk handling equipment, secure trailers, and use WMS/ERP while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The role requires 5 years of forklift experience in both warehouse and outdoor settings, plus familiarity with heavy equipment and food-grade environments. Competitive benefits and a strong safety culture are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ forklift experience in warehouse and outdoor yard.
• Experience operating wheel loaders, conveyors, and boom lifts.
• Experience in a food-grade environment (warehouse/manufacturing).
• Experience using WMS or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Operates bulk material handling equipment, such as conveyors, boom lifts, wheel loader and sky track.
• Secures trailers to all docks and provides trailer information to the office.
• Operates electric forklift and related warehouse equipment to move product safely and accurately.
• Uses and adheres to warehouse management system (WMS) or ERP guidelines.
• Loads and unloads trailers and rail cars in a safe manner to avoid damage.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Heavy equipment

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

WMS

ERP

Job description

At Travero, we believe there is always a way to get to YES; that innovative thinking can overcome any challenge; that being a good partner means delivering – every time; that silos are something you see out the window, not at the office; and that success requires agility and ambitious action. With experts in freight brokerage, rail and barge terminal services, warehouse management and transloading, Travero gives customers a one-stop shop for customized supply chain solutions so they can focus on the thing they care about most - growing their business. Travero, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy, is a logistics solutions company with more than 100 years of experience in freight management and delivery.

Job Summary

This position operates bulk material handling equipment to facilitate the movement of product between buildings, truckloads, and railcar, working inside and outside with exposure to temperature extremes, weather, dirt, and dust potentially working long periods on your feet. Workplace hazards exist that require safety precautions.

What you will do

• Operates bulk material handling equipment, such as conveyors, boom lifts, wheel loader and sky track .
• Secures trailers to all docks and provides trailer information to the office.
• Operates electric forklift and associated warehouse equipment to safely and accurately move product within the warehouse.
• Additional equipment may include stretch wrappers, scrubber and hand tools.
• Proper usage and compliance with warehouse management system (WMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP).
• Follows internal protocol for inventory accuracy and customer compliance.
• Loads and unloads trailers and rail cars in a safe manner as to not damage product or physical assets of Travero or customer.
• Spots and loads or unloads railcars, and trucks/trailers.
• Operates train unloading equipment, switches railcars, walks railcars prior to movement and aligns track switches.
• Applies railcar hand brakes, connects railcar air hoses, changes railcar air hoses, provides point protection for shoving movements.
• Checks and cleans tracks of obstructions that could cause derailment.
• Inspects safety appliances prior to mounting/moving all equipment.
• Uses proper radio communications, keeps material handling equipment neat, clean and operating properly.
• Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma Required

Preferred Experience

• 5 years’ experience operating a forklift inside a warehouse facility and outside yard.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment such as wheel loader, conveyors, boom lifts, etc.
• Previous experience working in a food grade environment (warehouse/manufacturing).
• Previous experience of working with a warehouse management system (WMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work inside and outside with exposure to temperature extremes.
• Ability to use a calculator and basic math competency.
• Flexibility to other work assignments including sanitation, value-added, assembly and rework projects.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. safely.

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve.

If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Travero offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Most employees will be eligible for the following benefits.

Paid time off including vacation days, sick days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, non-birthing parents, and adoptive parents; Healthcare, dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family; Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement; Tuition reimbursement

This position has an annualized market-based salary range: $25-$29/hour

The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It's not just what we do; it is how we do it.

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Travero is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Visa sponsorship not supported.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.. Alliant Energy and affiliates is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [e-mail].

Grow your career along with us! Are you a focused problem solver who enjoys helping others? We’re always on the lookout for people who have the motivation and ambition to be successful.

If you enjoy customer relationships and working with talented people, working at Travero is a great way to start or advance your career.

We invest in technology and professional development to give you the tools to thrive.

Travero offers generous compensation and benefits in a flexible, rewarding work environment.