Materials Handler — Forklift & Continuous Improvement Pro

Tennant Company; Holland Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 34,100 - 51,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Up to 8 paid holidays and 3 personal

Dental and vision coverage

Wellness rewards

Job summary

Tennant Company in Holland, MI is seeking an Intermediate Material Handler to support material flow across the warehouse. The role requires operating forklifts and related equipment, reading paperwork, and promoting safety and continuous improvement, with cross-training opportunities.

The position emphasizes teamwork, compliance with safety standards, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to efficient material handling within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Competent in the operation of a fork truck.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Previous experience with SAP, RF device, and Warehouse Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered forklift trucks, hoists, handcarts, and other material handling equipment to maintain workflow and the organization of material.
• Use production paperwork to locate, deliver and place materials in a warehouse environment.
• Maintain equipment in good operating order, following power industrial equipment guidelines and completing start-of-shift inspection checklist.
• Demonstrate proficiency to perform within at least 3 areas of their function.
• Understand and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Perform housekeeping and 5S to keep the department clean, safe, and well organized.
• Identify problems or potential safety hazards and recommends resolutions.
• Work safely and efficiently while meeting or exceeding Tennant Company quality expectations.
• Perform more complex troubleshooting and adjustment to complete assigned tasks.
• Mentor and train entry-level Material Handlers within their scope of responsibilities.
• Focus on continuous improvements of material handling processes.
• Perform warehouse transactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Read blueprints

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

SAP

RF Device

WM Warehouse

PIT Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

RF Device

WM Warehouse

WorkForce

Job description

Tennant Company in Holland, MI is seeking an Intermediate Material Handler to support material flow across the warehouse. The role requires operating forklifts and related equipment, reading paperwork, and promoting safety and continuous improvement, with cross-training opportunities.

The position emphasizes teamwork, compliance with safety standards, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to efficient material handling within a dynamic manufacturing environment.