Material Handler - Sit-Down Forklift

Jasper Weller, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Weller Truck Parts is seeking a Core Pull Material Handler to locate and move cores and other products throughout the facility using a forklift. The role includes dispatching and routing yourself via the Engage tablet to ensure accurate, efficient delivery of materials.

You will conduct daily forklift inspections, follow safety rules, and participate in 5S practices to keep a clean, organized workspace. A high school diploma and 2+ years forklift experience are required, along with strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of forklift experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and operate Engage on a tablet.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and procedures.
• Loads and unloads materials with forklift and ensures timely delivery.
• Locates and retrieves products within the warehouse.
• Dispatches themselves and routes throughout the facility using the Engage tablet.
• Inspects forklift daily and reports any concerns to the team leader.
• Maintains 5S practices for a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Engage system

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Summary

The Core Pull Material Handler is responsible for locating and moving cores as well as other products throughout the facility using a forklift. This position will also be responsible for utilizing the Engage system on a tablet to dispatch and route themselves throughout the facility to ensure accurate, efficient and timely delivery of cores. At all times, the Core Pull Material Handler is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures.
• Loads and unloads materials using the forklift, safely moves items, and ensures accurate, efficient, and timely delivery.
• Manages product location by accurately identifying and retrieving products within the warehouse.
• Conducts daily inspections of the forklift to verify operational integrity and promptly reports any concerns to the team leader.
• Dispatches himself/herself and routes themselves throughout the facility, based on remanufacturing needs, to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely delivery of material by using the mobile Engage system on a tablet.
• Operates overhead hoists with precision to facilitate the movement of heavy materials.
• Actively participates in 5S practices to promote a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.
• Regular, predictable, and full attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years' relevant forklift experience is required.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, time management and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to read, interpret and operate the mobile Engage system on a tablet is required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of organization.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional communication skills.
• Must have strong time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Must have a high attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and sitting, depending on assigned forklift.
• Must be an active listener and able to communicate in a clear and precise manner on an ongoing basis to ensure that others will understand.
• Ability to bend, twist, and climb onto or off a forklift throughout an 8-10-hour shift.
• Occasionally pushing and pulling 50+ lbs.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
• Works in a manufacturing environment that may have fluctuating temperatures.

Pay Range

Starting at $19.00 per hour, with higher starting pay available based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Weller Truck Parts offers competitive compensation and values the knowledge and expertise you bring to the team.

Weller Truck Parts is dedicated to a drug free work environment. As a result, any applicant offered employment at Weller Truck Parts must submit to a drug screen prior to starting employment.

Weller Truck Parts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Weller Truck Parts is an at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Weller Truck Parts

Weller Truck Parts is a leading remanufacturer of heavy-duty truck driveline components, including automatic, automated manual, and manual transmissions, differentials, steering gears, electronics, mechatronics, and driveshafts. With 40 company-owned distribution locations and five remanufacturing facilities, Weller combines nationwide availability with industry-leading quality and service. Our commitment to innovation, reliability, and sustainability makes Weller a trusted partner in the heavy-duty aftermarket.