Material Handler

Position Description

Material handlers are tasked to work on a variety of different components that vary from location to location. Activities include, but are not limited to, operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, tuggers, tractors, hoists, & cranes. Although you will receive appropriate training to operate these heavy vehicles, you will not be exclusively operating vehicles. Material handlers may also check, store, disburse, or fill orders for parts, materials, tools, equipment and supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Owning and helping improve performance in Safety, Quality, and Delivery
• Maintaining and reporting daily receiving and shipping activities
• Reporting defects and needs for repairs
• Keeping lines stocked with the proper materials
• Performing additional work as assigned by the supervisor or coordinator, which may require assisting in different departments
• Wearing approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, hearing protection, etc.
• Completing assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices, including personal safety, co‑worker safety, and safe use of equipment

Tools & Equipment

• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Forklift
• Tugger
• Tractor
• Hoist
• Load Securement
• SAP Program
• Crane

Qualifications

• High school degree or G.E.D. equivalent
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen
• Ability to pass PIV (Power Industrial Vehicle) training
• Basic reading, writing, math, and verbal skills
• Basic computer knowledge

Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience

Experience and education are a plus; however, they are not required. Wabash provides training for all material handler positions. Upon receiving a letter, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training to prepare you for the production floor. Working conditions may include loud noise, welding, paint fumes, and grinding dust.

Benefits

• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with match
• Tuition reimbursement program

Working Conditions / Environment

The work environment may involve exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noise, high temperatures, and occasional outdoor elements. All production‑floor employees must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Demands

Employees are regularly required to stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, and operate controls for the length of their shift. The role requires a full range of motion in the arms and hands, frequent lifting or carrying of objects up to 50 pounds, and the ability to work in small spaces. Specific vision abilities include close vision, focus adjustment, and good hand‑eye coordination. Effective communication with fellow employees is essential.

Behavioral Attributes

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks, and pursues completion of objectives
• Communicates information knowledgeably and confidently
• Shares information to help others perform their jobs safer and better
• Copes successfully with unexpected events
• Develops plans to achieve objectives and identifies needed resources
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time

Leadership Attributes

• Embrace diversity and inclusion – solicit and respect input, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency
• Seek to listen – actively listen to reach the best solution and make strong decisions
• Always learn – strive to improve and avoid settling for the status quo
• Be authentic – demonstrate honesty, energy, and grit
• Win together – collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross‑group communication as one team