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1st Shift Powder Coat Material Handler

Job in Hobart, Lake County, Indiana, 46342, USA
Listing for: Daifuku North America
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Material Handler, Forklift Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 23 USD Hourly USD 18.00 23.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Daifuku is a leading U.S.

-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. This full‑time position is located on the 1st shift (Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM) and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Position Summary

The Material Handler will perform receiving tasks, including receiving and unloading items, verifying shipment condition, and keeping computer records.

Responsibilities
  • Move, load, and unload materials by hand or using a variety of equipment, including tow motors and forklifts.
  • Count, weigh, sort, pack, and unpack materials.
  • Load and unload materials onto and off trucks and loading docks.
  • Operate industrial trucks, tractors, loaders, forklifts, and other equipment to transport materials to and from vehicles and storage areas.
  • Connect hoses or pipes and operate equipment for loading and unloading chemicals.
  • Dump materials such as scrap metal or remove materials from forklifts.
  • Operate floor sweeper and washer.
  • Open containers and crates, fill orders, assist with inventory, weighing, and checking materials.
  • Comply with Daifuku’s QMS policies and procedures to ensure sustainable process outputs and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
  • Areas are often noisy and lack climate control.
  • Work around moving machinery and in low‑light areas.
  • Exposure to safety hazards such as moving parts, electricity, falls, and trips.
  • Physical demands include lifting, pulling, walking, carrying, pushing, kneeling, standing, sitting, reaching, squatting, climbing, twisting, speaking, hearing, sight, and finger dexterity.
  • Must observe safety and security policies, practice Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out, and wear required personal protective equipment.
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
  • Minimum 1 year of related experience (preferred).
  • Good communication skills, attention to detail, and organization.
  • Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or job type.
  • Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
  • Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.
  • Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
ADA Requirements
  • Medium work:
    Exert up to 50 lb force occasionally, 20 lb frequently, or 10 lb constantly.
  • Climbing:
    Use feet, legs, and/or hands on ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles.
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and visual tasks as described in detail.
Job Conditions
  • Work inside and outside, protected from weather but not from temperature changes.
  • Exposure to hazards such as moving mechanical parts, vehicles, and electricity.
Salary

USD $18.00 – $23.00 per hour.

Daifuku

Daifuku – U.S.‑based provider of intelligent material handling systems.

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