Materials Handler II - Tugger Driver ATO

Life Fitness; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with employer 4%

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off including holidays

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee discounts

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is seeking a Tugger Driver to move painted units to the assembly area and return empty carts to the paint department. You will operate PIV equipment pulling trailers, log inventory with RF scanners, and collaborate with paint and assembly leads to ensure timely operations.

The role requires English communication, basic math, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced team. A strong emphasis on safety, organization, and training support is key to success.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory or material handling preferred.
• Experience using RF scanning devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (spoken, reading, writing).
• Basic counting and arithmetic.
• Good organization, attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Operate Tugger and drive PIV pulling two large trailers.
• Perform inventory transactions with a handheld scanner.
• Coordinate with paint and assembly leads to meet department needs.
• Assist other material handlers, work on the assembly line and organize units.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and report safety concerns.
• Support training of new team members and use hand tools as needed.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Tools

RF scanner

PIV tugger

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for delivering painted units to the assembly department and empty carts back to the paint department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Tugger Driver
  • Drive PIV that is pulling 2 large trailers that carries carts (4) with units and machines in them
  • Inventory transactions with a handheld scanner
  • Work closely with the leads in the paint department and leads in the assembly department to ensure needs are met for both departments
  • Additional tasks included assisting other material handlers in the Assembly department, working on the assembly line and assisting the paint unload team with organization of the units
• Other
  • Maintain clean and organized work area and aisles
  • Report safety concerns
  • Support training of new team members
  • Use of hand tools such as safety knife, prybar, and hammer
  • Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience in inventory, material handling, part picking, or similar position is preferred.
• Experience using RF scanning devices.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (speak, read, write and understand).
• Basic counting, adding and subtracting.
• Good organization, attention to detail, and time management.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift/carry up to 10 lbs constantly and up to boxes weighing up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Perform tasks that are primarily walking and standing for full 8-12 hour shift.
• Frequently use hands and fingers to pick parts and grip objects, tools, scanner
• Occasionally crouch, kneel, bend, stoop, and reach forward and overhead.
• Bend, twist/turn, push/pull, reach overhead and grasp tools as necessary.
• Operate powered equipment listed above.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. Your base wage will be between $21.50 - $24.25 per hour and includes eligibility for overtime. The actual wage offer will be based on qualifications, experience, location, and other relevant factors. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Production Bonus Plan, which provides opportunities to earn additional compensation based on performance metrics. Bonus eligibility is subject to meeting certain production goals and other criteria as outlined.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off including paid holidays, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.Employees also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center featuring industry-leading Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, making it easy to support health and wellness before, during, or after the workday. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.