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SalaryMaterial Handler
Toyota Material Handling Heavy Duty
4407 Railroad East Chicago IN 46312
1st Shift 630 am to 3pm
About You
You have a strong work ethic, are reliable and consider yourself a go-getter. You feel accomplished after a hard day’s work. You are a decision maker who likes to be challenged, and can always be counted on to exercise sound judgement. You like to be hands-on and don’t mind doing the dirty work. You want to learn new skills, be part of a team, and advance within a growing company.
Position Summary:
The Material Handler position will handle a variety of materials, products and in some cases hazardous chemicals. Coordinates and expedites flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments, according to production and shipping schedules or department priorities, and compiles and maintains manual or computerized records. Reviews production schedules and related information and confers with department supervisors to determine material requirements to identify overdue materials and to track material.
Day in the Life:
- Minimizes customers' build downtime related to parts availability and procurement issues.
- Investigates and resolves problems with delivery of missing parts.
- Relaying information such as estimated delivery dates or other messages to and from the technicians and managers as needed.
- Speaking with supervisors, other department personnel or customers to resolve problems, requests for services or parts requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate to procurement teams when potential shortages arise
- Monitor production schedules for ongoing jobs, assign materials, boost productivity by preventing delays that can affect delivery
- Assists Material Handling Teams in preparing & delivering material to end users
- Performs other duties in the Material Handling Department when requested.
- Work overtime as needed, including weekend shifts
What you need to apply:
- At least 1 year of material handling experience
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
- Experience in ERP Systems (Microsoft Access preferred)
- Specific vision abilities required; close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- Ability to communicate effectively, including the ability to read, write, and speak English clearly
- Ability to pass pre-employment background checks and drug screening
- Authorized to work in the United States
About us:
Let us take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling, Heavy Duty Division. (THD) is a Toyota Industries Company. THD provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture and working environment. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. Through our employees and products, THD is part of the Toyota Material Handling team that helps carry the load.
Benefits that set Toyota apart:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k Match
- Paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Recognition Programs
EEO / Affirmative Action Responsibility:
It is the Company’s policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Each member of management is responsible for the continuance of this policy and to ensure that every employee practices consistent application of this policy.
