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At Volvo Penta, our employees know what it takes to make a team work! Being part of that team means that youre working with a global and very diverse group of passionate, enthusiastic and highly-skilled professionals from all walks of life who work and play hard. Were so awesome that weve won the Great Place to Work award two years running as well as being named, Employer of the Year, by Diesel Progress magazine! This is absolutely a great place to belong with folks ready to welcome you onboard!
Simply put, weve been around for a while and we know a thing or two about being a world-leading supplier of engines and drive systems for both marine and industrial applications to thousands of customers worldwide. Were world leaders and innovative pioneers. Also, wed like to point out that business has been good!
We are looking to add Material Handler to join our team in Chesapeake, Virginia. This is a non-exempt, hourly role of which you will be responsible for operating a forklift truck and any other material handling equipment to load, unload, and transport finished products, parts, equipment, and supplies. We are looking a candidate who is organized and pays attention to detail, is multi-tasking and adept at time management, and able to meet deadlines. Most of all, were looking for someone who wants to be part of a team. Some of the key things youll do as a Material Handler:
**EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS**
* Operate forklift truck or hand truck to load products onto trucks, or unload parts, materials, and other supplies and transport to warehouse storage or designated areas.
* Inspect all incoming items for condition, quantity, identification, for both direct and indirect materials.
* Check all outgoing items for accuracy.
* Ensure accurate movement of materials within a warehouse setting.
**SHIPPING**
* Verify and enter data on shipping records, and enter data on receiving records.
* Check bills of lading and packing lists for accuracy.
This is a safety-critical position that may require the passing of periodic drug/alcohol screenings as you will be operating material moving equipment. Also, you may be expected to lift heavy items up to 50 pounds.
You will report to both the Director of Special Project in Chesapeake, as well as the Materials Manager out of our manufacturing plant in Lexington, Tennessee.
**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION:**
* Minimum of high school diploma.
* 2+ years experience using warehouse equipment, i.e. Forklift truck and material moving equipment.
* 1 3 years experience in the manufacturing environment
**As with Most Companies, You Also Need the Following...**
* Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, and familiarity with database programs.
* Youll be speaking with employees at all levels within and outside the company, so youll need excellent communication skills, including fluency in speaking and writing English.
* An organized individual who can manage a busy workload with many deadlines.
**A Little About Where We Live**
Hampton Roads is an eclectic mix of coastal, urban, rural and historic communities that includes the cities of Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Hampton, and Newport News. Our test center marina is located on the water in Suffolk. We have beautiful beaches and state parks, and family-friendly attractions with Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens and North Carolinas Outer Banks within easy driving distance. The area is host to diverse dining and shopping experiences to suit anyones tastes. There are so many exciting things to do here in the area that we highly recommend you come and see it for yourself!
**We offer an amazing benefit package, including:**
* Health, vision, and dental insurance
* Competitive compensation and continuing education
* Generous Earned Time Off (ETO) plan (vacation)
* 401K with matching
* And so much more!
*Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general level of work being performed by persons assigned to the classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job. Printed copies may not be the most current. Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action employer. E.O.E./M/F/D/V*
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