Material Handler

Material Handler Country/Region: US Location: Tuscaloosa, AL, US, 35401 Req ID 81098 | Tuscaloosa, United States ZF Chassis Systems Tuscaloosa, LLC **Job Description** **Position Summary:** Primary responsibility is to ensure that all line side production processes are adequately stocked with necessary material through material flow processes **Position Responsibilities:** + Operate a Forklift Truck (FLT) which includes 5000 lb. minimum rated, straight mast, sit down. + Receive material and remove from truck via forklift operation. + Utilize scanners to move materials into designated warehouse locations and from warehouse to designated assembly locations. + Use scales to determine the "weight count" of materials. + Determine restocking requirements for various parts on assembly line utilizing "reorder point" or "two bin" logic. + Maintain inventory lists of containers and return to suppliers + Remove empty containers from assembly lines and store in designated locations. + Maintain material handling equipment on routine schedule which includes clean conditions, charging/rotating batteries, and other maintenance activities. + Load outbound trucks to customer with finished axle product in line set sequence. + Actively participate and contribute to the team within assigned area. + Perform station start up and shut down procedures. + Perform all required duties and communicate information within shift. + Adhere to all housekeeping SOP`s in and around work area including 5S standards. + Compliance with all Internal and External Production Quality Management Systems (IATF), Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001, OHSAS 18000), and Group Directives. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Essential Skills and Experience:** + High school diploma or GED. + Stable work history. + A minimum of 3 years' experience operating material handling equipment in a warehouse environment that supports a manufacturing/assembly operation. **Preferred Skills and experience:** + Working knowledge of common "restock" systems and cycle counting activity. + Must be detailed orientated. DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran **What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?** At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility. Find out how we work at ZF: