Material Specialist

Job : 11302

Operates industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments; processes material request and receipts in computerized database; receives, identifies and unloads materials/parts and stores in inventory; identifies, draws from inventory and transports material, parts and equipment associated with the assembly of locomotives to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks and other areas; familiarizes self with material packaging areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;

inspects and completes reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment prior to operation; operates all equipment in safe manner; assists in other areas and duties as assigned by supervision.

• Operates industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments;
• Process material request and receipts in computerized database.
• Receives, identifies and unloads materials/parts and stores in inventory;
• Identifies, draws from inventory and transports material, parts and equipment associated with the assembly of locomotives to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks and other areas;
• Familiarizes self with material packaging areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;
• Inspects and completes reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment prior to operation;
• Operates all equipment in safe manner;
• Assists in other areas and duties as assigned by supervision.

• Minimum 6 months distribution/material handling or equivalent;
• Must have previous forklift operation experience;
• Demonstrated skill working with Microsoft Applications and data entry. Prior experience with SAP or other ERP applications is a plus.
• Position is on dayshift.

• Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 125lb;
• Motion – Constant walking, frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms;
• Work Environment – Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels;
• Emotional Demands – Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone;
• Safety – Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment. Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, aprons, ear protection, etc.

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Group Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with employee and employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs

$22.00 - $22.00