Material Handler

Pay Range: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour depending on experiance.

At Kärcher, we don't just move inventory—we power the production of world-class cleaning solutions that make a real difference across the globe. As a Material Handler
, you are at the core of our supply chain and manufacturing flow, ensuring parts, materials, and finished goods get exactly where they need to be to deliver the Kärcher "WOW."

• Material Movement & Inventory:
  Load, unload, move, stock, pull, and label materials efficiently. Prepare items for production lines or external customer shipments.
• Accuracy & Documentation:
  Count, weigh, and record all material transactions accurately, executing required computer entries to maintain inventory integrity.
• Equipment Operation:
  Safely operate a pallet jack, dolly, and specialized material handling machinery as trained and assigned.

• Instruction &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Ability to receive feedback, follow detailed instructions, and collaborate effectively with line and warehouse teams.
• Practical Problem-Solving:
  Capability to troubleshoot common and frequent material flow issues on the fly.
• High Performance Standards:
  Proven drive to meet or exceed daily movement metrics (e.g., handling 30 bins per hour in repack and supporting 85%+ on-time delivery of set carts).
• Continuous Improvement: A proactive mindset to evaluate daily processes for efficiency and actively participate in Continuous Improvement events.
• Machine Operation:
  Willingness and capability to operate and drive machinery across the facility floor.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan
• Paid Holidays (11 per year)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for non-exempt employees / Flexible PTO for exempt employees
• HSA, FSA, and 401K matching plans
• Paid sick time, as well as short- and long-term disability insurance

While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for up to 8 hours, walk frequently, and reach with hands and arms. You must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The environment frequently involves working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to airborne particles, and a high noise level where proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

Kärcher is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer – M/F/Disabled/Veteran.