Material Handler & Forklift Operator 1st Shift

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

This role has the main task of ensuring that materials are moved/stored, that materials are supplied where/when they are needed, and ensuring trucks are loaded/unloaded in a timely manner. This role will contribute to higher overall productivity of the entire group.

• Safety glasses
• Cut resistant gloves
• Safety toe shoes
• Ear plugs
• High vis vest

Supervisory Responsibility:
None

• Supply Raw materials and parts to the production line assigned
• Remove empty bins for refilling
• Transport finished goods away from the production line assigned
• Remove all waste from the line assigned
• Remove WIP and other material scrap from the line once cleared to move into designated bins. They will be in designated spots and colored red.
• Update status/alert boards of line assigned
• Replace tools/fixtures as needed for the line assigned.
• Notify proper person to schedule pickups of miscellaneous items such as scrap, trash removal, totes, out of date chemicals, metal hoppers and pallets
• Perform line side replenishment audits when required.
• Help maintain a clean work area on the line assigned as well as assigned supermarkets
• Adherence to established safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Supports the organization’s efforts toward continuous improvement.
• Supports the organization’s goals and values.
• Demonstrates teamwork by collaborating with others to improve overall standards of performance and service.
• Help improve overall processes
• Engages with all line teams on a daily basis
• Provides good customer service to all customers, both internal and external
• Perform other duties as assigned by Logistics Manager, Line Supervisor, and/or Team Leader

• Be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis and be able to work in a standing, bending, and/or stretching position
• Have Excellent Communication skills
• Experienced and Knowledgeable working within welding/production lines
• Problem solving skills
• Punctuality and time management skills
• Must be process driven and know how to take a systematic approach to the job.
• Forklift experience.

High school diploma/equivalent or higher education

Multilingual a plus - English and Spanish

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $23.24/ hour, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience.

In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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