Material Handler / 2nd Shift

The Material Handler/Forklift Driver in the Forest City, North Carolina plant reports directly to the Sr. SCM Analyst, and is responsible for movement of materials to prepare for operation, inventory transactions, improving inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving of product, and filling in at different positions when needed.

• Maintain a safe work environment and use proper safety devices as provided. Abide by and actively promote all facility safety guidelines and quality procedures.
• Responsible for all material movement and related computer transactions.
• Keep material supplied to the extruders and braiders.
• Assure FIFO is being practiced and warehouse inventory management.
• Responsible for cycle counts when assigned.
• When needed, will travel of offsite warehouse in company vehicle to unload/ load trucks and retrieve material needed for plant operations. Also, must travel outdoors on forklift to retrieve packaging or chemicals needed.
• Maintain a channel of communication between management and departmental personnel on shift cross-over.
• Maintain 5-S Standards in work area.
• Actively participate in plant improvement projects and teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid North Carolina Drivers license
• One (1)year of lift truck experience (stand up or sit down)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be local - no relocation offered

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to use RF scanning equipment
• Basic computer skills - simple data entry

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.