Material Handler - 1st Shift

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Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers – amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life‑saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility – our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

The Warehouse Associate will perform physical and administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment. Responsibilities include unpacking and checking goods against purchase orders or invoices, maintaining records of received goods, rejecting unsatisfactory items, lifting heavy items, and operating forklifts or order pickers. The role also involves preparing and maintaining records of merchandise shipped, posting weights and shipping charges, and preparing goods for final shipment.

The Associate will examine stocks, distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines, and prepare kitting packages for assembly production. The position reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and is located onsite in Mequon, WI.

Mequon, Wisconsin, United States

1st Shift (Monday‑Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM). The role may require mandatory overtime at certain times to support operational demands.

• Use tools and equipment including hammers, cutters for wood, cardboard and plastics, forklifts and other motorized equipment.
• Use powered industrial vehicles, scanning devices and other material handling equipment.
• Use documented work instructions and manufacturing execution systems for receiving, picking, and delivering parts.
• Perform moderately difficult assignments and processes.
• Work independently and operate multiple powered industrial vehicles to load, unload, and transfer materials or finished products.
• Assemble products and deliver materials to production areas.
• Pick up waste and deliver finished product on a scheduled route.
• Assist with changeovers, provide tools and materials, and support standard work to maintain production flow.
• Place reorder requests for floor stock and bulk materials.
• Review documentation and use SAP/external systems to assess, replenish, and prioritize materials and finished goods for production and shipping.
• Provide documentation support, materials administration, and general process support.
• Overtime is an essential function of the role, typically requiring 8 hours per week, with actual hours varying.

• High School Diploma/GED or 2 years equivalent work experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. No visa sponsorship.

• Typically requires 2 years of related experience.

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a schedule that fits your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404‑7247.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right person for this or other roles.