Material Handler 1 - 1st Shift Location: Onsite - Casa Grande, AZ Competitive Compensation: Starting at $22 per hour.
Shift: 1st Shift: 6:00am-2:30pm.
Opportunity
Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? At Kohler Co., we believe in empowering our employees to make a difference. Join our manufacturing team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Kohler, Casa Grande location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.
We are seeking a Material Handler to join our Casa Grande team. As a Material Handler for Kohler Co., you will support manufacturing operations by safely loading materials for shipment, maintaining accurate inventory records, removing scrap, and operating a forklift to transport units to and from loading docks. This role includes performing housekeeping and 5S activities throughout each shift and requires working 8 hour shifts, 5 days per week, with physical activity such as standing, bending, twisting, and lifting. The ideal candidate is safety focused, dependable, knowledgeable in proper material handling techniques-including consistent use of the buddy lift method-and enjoys working as part of a high functioning team. Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities :
- Operate materials handling equipment , including a forklift.
- Visually inspect packaging for damage.
- Assis t in off-loading, as necessary.
- Pull and stage parts for shipments.
- Participate in the safety and good housekeeping and 5S programs as established within the plant.
- Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of the job as directed by the supervisor.
- Maintain t rain ing on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures.
- Supply components to the production floor as required.
- Assist with periodic or regular c ycle count s of materials to verify inventory.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance starting on Day 1.
- 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
- Pension Plan.
- Up to 12 paid holidays annually and up to 2 weeks paid vacation in your first year.
- Discounts on Kohler products.
- Tuition assistance for advanced education.
- Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
Ready to make a bold impact? Here's the qualifications we are looking for:
Key Qualifications
- Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.
- Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Have previous experience in a Material Handler or Forklift Driver role .
- Previous experience with a strong work ethic that includes the ability to work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting.
- The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of production and operability.
- A positive, adaptable, hard-working, and patient mindset.
- A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope.
- Have previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- H ave a natural ability to problem solve and continuously improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Additional Requirements
- Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 50 pounds occasionally . Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
- Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
- Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures .
CUSTOM.PAY.TRANSPARENCY Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
