Material Handler - 3rd Shift

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The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, and tracking of materials throughout the facility to support production and operational needs. This role requires strict adherence to safety protocols, inventory accuracy, and timely material delivery to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime.  This is a 3rd shift position with hours from 10 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. and is located on-site at our manufacturing facility in Greeneville, TN.

Roles Responsibilities:

• Safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trailers, including UPS and air freight, ensuring proper handling and secure stacking of materials.
• Perform daily rack checks and validate inventory locations to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Assist with inventory adjustments, cycle counts, and location audits as needed.
• Accurately document material movements using scanners or manual logs in accordance with company procedures.
• Cross-train in front dock shipping and receiving processes to provide coverage during absences or peak periods.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery of materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; perform 6S duties in assigned areas.
• Report any unsafe conditions, equipment issues, or material discrepancies to supervision promptly.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficient in basic computer use, including data entry and inventory systems.
• Reliable and punctual attendance is essential for success in this role.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Capable of lifting, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to perform a combination of sedentary and physically active tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to read and write legibly and perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Must be able to safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks (certification may be required or provided).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or previous forklift certification.
• Experience operating forklifts and other powered industrial trucks in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Proficient in the use of hand-held RF (radio frequency) scanners for material movement and inventory tracking.
• Familiarity with Oracle R12 or similar ERP systems for inventory transactions and material management.
• Ability to navigate Oracle applications to locate, move, and reconcile inventory data.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and material handling.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Keywords: Forklift Operation, Material Handling, Inventory Control, Warehouse Logistics, Oracle R12, RF Scanner, Manufacturing Support

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