Forklift/Material Handler (P1) - 2nd or 3rd shift

About the role

Hendrickson is a supplier of truck suspension systems and components as well as an aftermarket supplier for various truck components to the heavy-duty vehicle market. Hendrickson has opportunities for dedicated employees in our Manufacturing and Distribution operations just North of Fort Wayne, IN.

Responsibilities

• Supply multiple work centers with materials
• Weigh or count, band and tag production material for storage or shipment in an accurate manner
• Operate equipment in a safe manner
• Place material in and out of storage and staging areas in an accurate manner according to plant inventory and production control procedures
• Maintain storage and staging areas in a clean and orderly manner consistent with plant inventory control procedures and housekeeping standards
• Load and unload trucks, accounting for correct number of containers/skids shipped, received and complete the necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensure chocks are in place before loading or unloading trucks

Qualifications

• Strong attendance history
• Able to read and write legibly in English required
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs required
• Meet production-servicing standards required
• Completion of Forklift Certification required
• Willing to drive a reach lift, sit down lift, order picker and a turret lift up to 30 feet

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, travel, and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Financial assistance programs for adoption and further education
• Comprehensive wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program