Address
Form of workJob Purpose
A Material Handler supports production and/or specific areas of the facility by pulling document material, stocking,
loading, kitting, cycle count and delivering to the proper workstation. The Material Handler must be capable of
supporting all areas within the facility
Company Description
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.
Key Job Elements
• Receive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store 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 different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;
• Ability to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing;
• Operate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material handling assignments;
• Must be able to deliver urgent items to the production floor consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Able to clearly communicate the tracking of incoming parts and relay this to management quickly, consistently, and accurately;
• Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI's consistently, accurately, and safely
• Demonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation;
• Responsible for verifying orders, pick tickets, packing slips and other outbound documents created by other work functions. Checking figures and maintaining accurate piece counts. Verifying inventory counts are accurate;
• Perform cycle counts and random audits;
• Review packaging, labeling and documentation to ensure conformance;
• Ensure physical and systematic inventory corresponds;
• System data entry/spreadsheet verification and analysis;
• SAP system use;
• Communicate effectively with process partners to resolve issues;
• Inspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.
Qualifications and Experience
• 2-5 years of experience, GED, or vocational/technical training, and/or Technical Certification;
• Basic PC knowledge for data entry;
• Microsoft Office intermediate level skills (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint);
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area Leadership;
• Self-starter, work with little or no supervision, work in a fast-paced environment, adjust to quick changing
requirements and prioritize consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies and/or crane experience;
• Problem solving ability and ability to apply reasoning and common sense for appropriate resolutions.
• Strength - Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;
• 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.
Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. 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.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Benefits
Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
*Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.
A Material Handler supports production and/or specific areas of the facility by pulling document material, stocking,
loading, kitting, cycle count and delivering to the proper workstation. The Material Handler must be capable of
supporting all areas within the facility
Company Description
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.
Key Job Elements
• Receive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store 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 different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;
• Ability to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing;
• Operate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material handling assignments;
• Must be able to deliver urgent items to the production floor consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Able to clearly communicate the tracking of incoming parts and relay this to management quickly, consistently, and accurately;
• Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI's consistently, accurately, and safely
• Demonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation;
• Responsible for verifying orders, pick tickets, packing slips and other outbound documents created by other work functions. Checking figures and maintaining accurate piece counts. Verifying inventory counts are accurate;
• Perform cycle counts and random audits;
• Review packaging, labeling and documentation to ensure conformance;
• Ensure physical and systematic inventory corresponds;
• System data entry/spreadsheet verification and analysis;
• SAP system use;
• Communicate effectively with process partners to resolve issues;
• Inspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.
Qualifications and Experience
• 2-5 years of experience, GED, or vocational/technical training, and/or Technical Certification;
• Basic PC knowledge for data entry;
• Microsoft Office intermediate level skills (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint);
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area Leadership;
• Self-starter, work with little or no supervision, work in a fast-paced environment, adjust to quick changing
requirements and prioritize consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies and/or crane experience;
• Problem solving ability and ability to apply reasoning and common sense for appropriate resolutions.
• Strength - Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;
• 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.
Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. 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.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Benefits
Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
*Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.
