Power Vehicle Operator

Whirlpool Corporation; Cleveland (TN); Presencial; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Paid training

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401k plan

Paid holidays

Quarterly bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Apprenticeship programs

Career growth

Resumo da oferta

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a reliable forklift operator to safely drive stand-up powered industrial trucks, move and stack materials, and ensure production lines stay supplied. The role requires a HS Diploma or GED, a PIT license, and the ability to perform lifting up to 60 lbs.

You will maintain inventory records and assist with basic equipment upkeep, with extensive safety criteria to meet. Training and benefits are provided.

Qualificações

• Experience operating stand-up powered industrial trucks (PIT) preferred.
• Ability to perform precise material handling and inventory documentation.
• Must meet PIT medical criteria and lifting requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Safely drive and maneuver industrial trucks with attachments.
• Perform precise material handling and tiering into high-density storage.
• Ensure production lines are stocked with raw materials.
• Maintain inventory records, weights, and production labels.
• Perform basic equipment upkeep and checks.

Conhecimentos

Stand up power vehicle equipment

Formação académica

HS Diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various industrial trucks (gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric) to move, stack, and retrieve materials. This role involves precise handling of lifting apparatuses to transport goods across the facility, ensuring production lines remain supplied and inventory is organized.

This role will operate a stand up piece of equipment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Safely drive and maneuver various industrial trucks (gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric) equipped with specialized attachments (forks, clamps, or elevating platforms).
• Perform precise material handling, loading, and tiering of materials into high-density storage areas.
• Ensure production lines are constantly supplied with raw materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory documentation, including recording weights or quantities on production schedules and labels.
• Perform basic equipment upkeep, such as lubricating parts or managing battery/gas levels.

Based on medical criteria for Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) operators, the following physical and medical standards must be met:

• Vision: Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/40 in each eye with no double vision and no tropia. The operator must have a normal field of view and color vision. Monocular vision requires individual evaluation.
• Hearing: Hearing loss must be no more than 25 dB loss at 500, 1,000, and 2,000 Hz in the best ear without a hearing aid.
• Musculoskeletal: There must be no ergonomic impairment of the use or strength of the back, fingers, arms, or other bio-mechanical defects that may interfere with the ability to safely operate a PIT.
• Medical Fitness: The operator must be "fit for duty" and have no uncontrolled illness that has the potential to cause unexpected loss of consciousness, equilibrium, or compromise mental alertness and judgment, including issues related to alcohol and drug abuse.
• Lifting: The role requires continuous lifting of 1–5 lbs, frequent lifting of 5–35 lbs, or occasional lifting of 35–60 lbs.

Minimum Requirements

Education: HS Diploma or GED

Certifications/Licenses required: PIT License

Preferred Skills And Experiences

Stand up power vehicle equipment experience preferred.

Why should you apply?

• Up to 80+ hours of paid training
• Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid holidays, and other benefits available immediately
• Quarterly bonus opportunities!
• Tuition reimbursement
• Apprenticeship Program(s)
• Career growth opportunities and development

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