Material Handler/Turbo Stager

Progress Rail - A Caterpillar Company; Alorton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Material Handler, where you'll play a vital role in supporting production by efficiently managing materials and equipment. This position requires a proactive individual who can operate forklifts and other machinery while ensuring safety and accuracy in material handling. You'll be responsible for transporting materials, tracking inventory, and training fellow employees on safe operations. If you're a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working with minimal supervision, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience or High School Education, GED, or vocational/technical training.
• Forklift and crane certification required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store in inventory.
• Operate industrial forklift and deliver urgent items to production floor.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Problem-Solving

Basic PC Knowledge

Mathematical Skills

Education

High School Education or GED

Vocational/Technical Training

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Mobile Equipment

Overhead Cranes

Job description

A Material Handler supports production and/or specific areas of the facility by pulling document material, stocking, loading, kitting, cycle counting, and delivering to the proper workstation. The Material Handler must be capable of supporting all areas within the facility.

Key Job Elements

1. Minimum duties and responsibilities:
2. Receive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store in inventory;
3. Identify, draw from inventory, and transport material, parts, and equipment associated with the assembly of locomotives to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks, and other areas;
4. Familiarize self with different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;
5. Clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing materials;
6. Operate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, and/or overhead cranes to perform material handling assignments;
7. Deliver urgent items to the production floor accurately and safely;
8. Track incoming parts and relay this information to management promptly and accurately;
9. Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards, and QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.
10. Advanced duties and responsibilities:
11. Demonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation;
12. Inspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.

Education / Training

• Skill Level I – 1-2 years of experience or High School Education, GED, or vocational/technical training;
• Forklift and crane certified. Heavy Manufacturing experience preferred;
• Skill Level II – 2-5 years of experience, GED, or vocational/technical training, and/or Technical.

Qualifications and Experience

Preferred Skills

• Basic PC knowledge for data entry;
• Basic mathematical skills and proficiency in reading a tape measure;
• Self-starter, able to work with little supervision, in a fast-paced environment, and adapt quickly to changing requirements;
• Experience with forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies, and/or crane;
• Problem-solving skills and reasoning for appropriate resolutions.

Physical Activities and Work Environment

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs, push and pull up to 75 lbs;
• Constant walking, frequent bending, crouching, stopping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, and ladder climbing;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, hear alarms;
• Work on varied surfaces, heights, in confined spaces, and in all weather conditions with high noise and dust levels;
• Must be comfortable working alone due to environmental conditions;
• Work around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and moving equipment, following all safety protocols and PPE requirements.