Material Handler – SAP, Forklift & 5S Champion

A. O. Smith Corporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A. O. Smith Corporation is seeking a reliable Material Handler in Appleton, WI to unload and stage materials, keep production lines supplied, and perform accurate SAP transactions. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and timely communication to prevent downtime.

Industrial experience with boilers or water heaters is a plus; basic computer skills and a valid driver’s license are required, with on-the-job forklift certification provided. On-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge; valid state driver’s license; ability to obtain forklift license.
• Experience with boilers, water heaters, or pool heaters preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Maintains a safe and organized work area.
• 1–6 months related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and put away materials.
• Load complete materials for shipment.
• Pick, stage and deliver materials and components to the assembly line based on production schedules and work orders.
• Ensure assembly lines are continuously supplied with required parts, packaging and materials to prevent line downtime.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment in compliance with safety requirements.
• Accurately perform inventory transactions and material movements in SAP at the time of movement.
• Verify material numbers, quantities and labels before staging or racking materials.
• Monitor material levels at the line and communicate potential shortages to the Team Lead or Supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Inventory management

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

A. O. Smith Corporation is seeking a reliable Material Handler in Appleton, WI to unload and stage materials, keep production lines supplied, and perform accurate SAP transactions. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and timely communication to prevent downtime.

Industrial experience with boilers or water heaters is a plus; basic computer skills and a valid driver’s license are required, with on-the-job forklift certification provided. On-site position with comprehensive benefits.