Power Vehicle Operator

Whirlpool, Inc.; Clyde, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool, Inc. in Clyde, OH is seeking a Materials Handler for the 3rd shift to safely move, store and package materials. You will operate powered industrial vehicles, perform pre-shift checks, count and transport components, and support production lines with packaging and basic subassembly tasks.

Responsibilities include inventory scanning, BOM checks, and ensuring smooth material flow to production. High school diploma and basic math required; 6+ months in manufacturing preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least 18 years old or older.
• 1+ years of consistent work history in a manufacturing or warehouse setting (2+ years preferred).
• Basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIV) safely and move materials.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and basic upkeep of PIV equipment.
• Load/unload and tier materials, stock storage areas for production lines.
• Package, tag, and transport materials; secure outbound loads for transport.
• Assist with assembly, packaging, and simple subassembly tasks as needed.
• Track inventory via RF scanning and document transactions in the system.

Skills

Basic math

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RF scan gun

Personal computer

Job description

## Power Vehicle OperatorClyde,Ohio,USAApply NowFind out how well you match with this job**Requisition ID:** 72770 **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. ## **This role in summary**The Materials Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, packaging, and organization of all materials, components, and finished goods throughout the plant, yard, or warehouse. This highly diversified role supports production lines, logistics, and quality teams by operating powered industrial vehicles, executing material transactions, and performing value-add packaging and assembly support functions.**Current openings on 3rd shift*** The starting salary is $20.85/hour + $1.00/ hour shift premium for 3rd shift## **Your responsibilities will include*** Powered Vehicle Operation & Material Transport: + Safely operate and maneuver various powered industrial vehicles (PIV), including forklifts, reach trucks, clamp trucks, tuggers with dolly trains, and Turret trucks (including work at heights up to 20 feet). + Perform pre-shift inspections on all PIV equipment and perform basic upkeep, such as managing battery/gas levels or changing propane gas tanks. + Perform precise material handling, loading, and tiering of materials into high-density storage areas to ensure production lines are constantly supplied with raw materials. + Load and unload trays, racks, shelves, and pallets by hand or via PIV, and use hand trucks, electric dollies, or wheelbarrows for local conveyance. + Secure outbound loads onto vehicles using strapping, bracing, or padding; load and unload trucks. + Attach lifting gear to heavy loads and operate hand-operated cranes or hoists (or signal overhead crane operators).* Production Line & Packaging Support: + Execute assembly and value-add tasks such as kitting, simple subassembly, or packaging (Pack). + Compile customer orders per shipping manifest and package orders for transport, including operating power stretch wrappers and shrink bundlers. + Verify components against the Bill of Materials (BOM) and perform visual inspection to ensure parts or cartons are not damaged; dispose of non-conforming materials appropriately. + Manage production flow by stocking cartons, units, and filters as needed; place, remove, and transport paint racks from the paint line. + Assemble crates, open containers, and use banding machines and clinchers to secure bundles of material. + Assemble and align portable conveyor sections for efficient product flow and perform minor changeover duties (e.g., hook changes). + Shovel loose materials (sand, metal, plastics, or chemicals) into hoppers or containers. + Extract material samples, label them accurately, and transport them to the lab for quality analysis, and support packaging test execution (e.g., rough handling).* Inventory Management & Documentation: + Count, weigh, and record units moved on daily production sheets; attach identifying tags or labels to containers. + Verifies part numbers, confirms quantities, and accurately scans inventory and completes required system transactions using a personal computer or RF scan gun. + Process the receiving paperwork for raw materials coming into the warehouse. + Perform inventory practices with emphasis on cycle counts (daily, quarterly, yearly).## **Minimum requirements*** High School Diploma/GED* At least 18 years old or older* 1-years of consistent work history* Work Experience: 6+ months of experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment (1-2 years preferred).* Perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication)