Power Vehicle Operator - 1st Shift - Ottawa, OH (67949)

Whirlpool; Ottawa (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company as a Material Handler. In this role, you will operate power vehicle equipment, enforce safety regulations, and maintain equipment condition. This opportunity offers growth, competitive pay, and generous training, making it ideal for those seeking a career in manufacturing.

Benefits

Paid training

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Apprenticeships

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• At least 18 years old or older.
• 3+ months of experience in manufacturing or warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Operate power vehicle equipment and follow safety instructions.
• Transport and position parts and materials as directed.
• Submit written reports regarding vehicle condition.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Power vehicle equipment

Job description

Requisition ID: 67949

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This is an hourly shift role. A resume must be submitted to be considered for this position.

We’re looking for Material Handlers to operate power vehicle equipment in accordance with company regulations, requirements and safety instructions. Follow standard delivery schedules/routes throughout the plant. Perform routine maintenance and equipment reporting as required. Our material handlers include material tugger drivers, forklift operators, line side kitters, supermarket pickers, clamp and reach truck drivers.

Wage rate is $20.25 an hour. 3rd shift premum is $1.00 per hour.

Your responsibilities will include

• Receives verbal or written instruction from departmental supervisor, area supervisor, or expeditors as to work assignments.

• Must be able to communicate and receive communications regarding safety components and job instruction.

• Works from printed/digital manifest for picking orders.

• Picks up, transports, and positions or tiers a variety of parts or materials as directed.

• As required, selects, hunts, or sorts material to be moved.

• Returns empty containers of various types to predetermined locations.

• Submits written reports pertaining to condition of vehicle, I.e. gas, water, oil, hydraulic pressure, general operating condition, etc.

• Changes propane gas tanks as required, uses correct clamping pressure, following established procedures.

• Exercises care of product quality in transporting or stacking material.

• Transports, changes, moves, loads, or unloads material from container to container or forks as required, manually or utilizing material handling equipment.

• Does miscellaneous off truck material handling as required.

• Must work the required number of hours as determined by department, shift and position.

• Performs duties of a similar or lesser skill to facilitate the flow of work in the department.

• Successfully complete company training/safety program.

Minimum requirements

• High School Diploma/GED

• At least 18 years old or older

• 3+ months of experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

Preferred skills and experiences

• 1+ year of consistent work experience

• Forklift or power vehicle experience

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 and other benefits available immediately

• We offer manufacturing careers

• Tuition reimbursement

• Apprenticeships

• Growth opportunities

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At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.