Material Handler I

About the role

Wabtec Corporation, a global provider of equipment, systems and digital solutions for freight and transit rail, is hiring a Material Handler I in Duncan. The role handles and distributes materials from the shipping department, conducts inventory, shipments and supplies throughout the plant and warehouse, packs wooden and overpack boxes and loads customer orders onto trucks.

Key responsibilities

• Pull parts accurately for production areas and stock them in the warehouse
• Handle shipping and receiving of outgoing and incoming materials
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and keep equipment in good condition
• Follow safety requirements and company policies
• Complete production and quality assurance forms
• Take part in team meetings, group discussions and continuous improvement activities
• Follow Quality Management System requirements and read English procedures

Required profile

• High school graduate or GED
• 1+ years in a warehouse or distribution environment
• 2+ years of forklift experience preferred
• Able to work the 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm) and overtime
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds unassisted and 75 pounds with assistance, and to work in a manufacturing environment with seasonal temperature changes
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; drug screen and fitness-for-duty test may apply

Required skills

• Operating industrial lift truck equipment safely and proficiently
• Reading and inputting data on a computer
• Critical thinking and problem-solving

What we offer

• Pay of $19.00+ per hour (the base range may vary)
• Benefits starting day 1: medical, dental and vision, plus supplemental options
• Life insurance and short-term disability at no cost to employees
• 401k with a 6% company contribution
• Paid vacation and 12 paid holidays per year