Materials Handler

Inside the Role

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

This position offers:

* Starting pay of $19.55/hr. up to top pay of $27.59/hr.*

* Quarterly gainsharing bonus potential

*additional shift differential for off-shifts

Benefits include: 401k includes up to 8% match and non-elective contribution, full coverage benefit plan options, starting at 4 weeks paid vacation, 8-10 calendar holidays, paid sick/disability leave (including sick days), 8 weeks paid paternal leave, employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs, and tuition assistance.

What You Drive at DTNA

General Purpose of the Position:

Move, store, and deliver materials as directed following prescribed practices or instructions. Select customer orders from stock merchandise and place orders in bins, drop areas, etc...May replenish pick areas.

Posting will be increased to a grade 5 upon completion of forklift and Navision training.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive, identify, and sort core

• Assist with storage and pulling of core including packaging/labeling

• Assist with the delivery of materials to production lines as needed

• Must meet annual training requirements

• Ability to operate hand tools and small power tools in a safe and nondestructive manner.

• Replenish production areas with units to be processed

• Removed processed units from area and deliver to appropriate customer

• Physically verify multiple parts and quantities

• Identify and verify all new, reman, and internal part

• Complete move sheets to accurately track processed components

• Assist with shipping and receiving goods

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be capable of repetitive hand manipulation, grasping and supporting power tools

• Ability to operate PIV and/or demonstrate the ability to meet the requirements

• Must be able to stand on concrete for entire shift with repetitive bending, stooping, twisting, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds(with hoist assist).

• Ability to work in a repetitive motion environment

• Read, understand and complete documentation

• Willingness to cross-train throughout the area

• Ability to collaborate with a team and work independently

• Ability to work overtime when necessary.

• Attention to detail & organization skills

• Ability to operate computer & Microsoft office( excel, word, power point, etc.)

• Meet quality standards and implement continuous improvement measures

• Cross-train on other jobs as required

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED

• Years of Experience: 0

• Other Qualifications:

  • Ability to lift 50 pounds or more on a daily basis

  • Ability to identify numbers and retain to memory

  • Ability to use hand trucks or pickers to transport materials

  • Ability to work independently or part of a team

  • Ability to multi-task

• Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Knowledge of parts

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing/inventory setting

• Physical Requirements:

  • Always (91-100%)

    • Standing

    • Use of Hands

    • Reaching out in front

    • Reaching below waist

  • Frequently (61-90%)

    • Standing bent over (ie - looking down at bench)

    • Grasp with fist (tools)

    • Pincer grip with tools (ie - nippers)

    • Pincer grip with thumb/finger

    • Twisting Lower Arm

    • Turning of wrist (left/right)

    • Bending of wrist (up/down)

    • Reaching above shoulders

    • Using pushing motion (ie - pushing cart)

    • Using pulling motion (ie - pallet jack)

  • Rarely (1-30%)

    • Stand looking up (ie- monitor too high)

    • Squatting

    • Kneeling

    • Heel of hand to push

    • Push down with thumb/finger

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Schedule Type:

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.