Material Handler - Forklift

Job summary

Responsible for efficiently transferring parts between production lines, receiving, shipping, and kitting areas. This includes operating material handling equipment and maintaining organized storage racks and bins.

Job details

POSITION SUMMARY This position will be responsible for effectively and efficiently transferring parts to and from the production line to point of us (POU), receiving, shipping, kitting, and primary areas in the plant and directly to the POU on the shop floor. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Maintain a safe work environment; adhere to safety policies, procedures, and processes. Operates forklift, walkie rider, and other material handling equipment to move parts to point of use on production floor. Expedite parts when needed. Set up material storage racks, bins, carts, etc. for proper storage online to prevent damage or loss. Create and maintain bins and drop areas for part deliveries and removal. Support assembly technicians in lifting and moving of materials on production floor. Accurately count parts and cycle count parts when directed, and file rejected parts daily. Recording part shortage information in appropriate areas and leadership. Receives work direction from department leader. Attention to detail is critical for this position. Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Able to work effectively with minimum supervision. Ability to learn and successfully obtain a forklift license, and overhead crane operations and basic computer skills including Oracle system. A requirement to hold a valid driver’s license or successfully complete New Flyer’s lift truck program – operator medical form (available in Human Resources). WHY JOIN US: Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility Paid holidays and vacation Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members. On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023) Advancement opportunities within our family of companies New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.

What you’ll do

Responsible for efficiently transferring parts between production lines, receiving, shipping, and kitting areas. This includes operating material handling equipment and maintaining organized storage racks and bins.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain a forklift license and overhead crane certification while possessing basic computer skills. A valid driver's license or completion of the company's lift truck program is required.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Immediate Benefit Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation

Listed skills

• Production · Preferred
• Basic Computer · Preferred
• Organized · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Receiving · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Shipping · Preferred
• basic computer skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Forklift Operation
• Material Handling
• Kitting
• Inventory Counting
• Oracle System
• Overhead Crane Operation
• Shipping and Receiving
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Trades

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