Material Specialist

About the role

Operates industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments; Processes material request and receipts in computerized database. Receives, identifies and unloads materials/parts and stores in inventory; Identifies, draws from inventory and transports material, parts and equipment associated with the assembly of locomotives to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks and other areas; Familiarizes self with material packaging areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items; Inspects and completes reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment prior to operation; Operate all equipment in safe manner; Assists in other areas and duties as assigned by supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operates industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments
• Processes material request and receipts in computerized database
• Receives, identifies and unloads materials/parts and stores in inventory
• Identifies, draws from inventory and transports material, parts and equipment associated with the assembly of locomotives to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks and other areas
• Familiarizes self with material packaging areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items
• Inspects and completes reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment prior to operation
• Operate all equipment in safe manner
• Affords assistance in other areas and duties as assigned by supervision

Requirements

• High School degree or GED equivalent
• Minimum 6 months distribution/material handling or equivalent
• Must have previous forklift operation experience
• Demonstrated skill working with Microsoft Applications and data entry
• Prior experience with SAP or other ERP applications is a plus
• Position is on dayshift

Qualifications

• Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 125lb
• Motion – Constant walking, frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms
• Work Environment – Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels
• Emotional Demands – Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone
• Safety – Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment. Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, aprons, ear protection, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Group Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with employee and employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs

Pay

$22.00 - $22.00

Schedule

Dayshift