Location: Appleton,WI, USA
About Pierce, an Oshkosh companyAt Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate $19.91 per hour2nd & 3rd Shift premium: $2.00 per hourEarly Weekend Shift premium: $5.00 per hourWeekend Shift $6.50 per hourMerit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annuallyComprehensive Benefit Package - Effective Day 1Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidaysRelocation bonus of $2,500 when relocating from outside a 50 mile radiusJob StabilityOpportunities for Career GrowthHands-On ApproachCustomer FocusCulture for Fostering TeamworkRespected LeadersPeople First CultureHiring ImmediatelySummaryThe positions within Materials II are responsible for delivering parts and components to the designated work stations. The employee operates a forklift or tow motor to transport the parts. They must be able to utilize data from a computer or print outs to prepare parts for the stations. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesCommunicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environmentFollow written and verbal instructions to complete tasksOperate forklift/tow motor to retrieve and transport parts safelyLift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.Use of a cart to push/pull equipment and parts to and from designated areasLoad, sort, and distribute partsSeparate parts for specific storage areasKeep areas stocked with the correct parts and suppliesReview paperworkUse computer to locate specific parts and log in partsTracking and record inventory of partsLabel parts and equipment for inventory trackingAssist co-workers with heavy lifting of partsUnderstand the differences in parts and toolsSweep and clean shop areaWork required hours and have excellent attendance recordWork overtime as neededMaintain a clean and safe working environmentMarginal Work Functions*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.Retrieve parts stored outside in all weather conditions: rain, snow, cold, and heat*Assist Material Handlers in other departments as needed*Respond to other co-workers' requests when called upon using a hand held radio*Assist in training new employees as directed by team leader*Basic QualificationsPrevious experience in warehouse/material handling.Preferred Qualifications to complete Essential FunctionsForklift CertifiedPrevious experience with inventory control systems and/or RF scanners.Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.Perform assigned tasksDemonstrate strong interpersonal communication skillsFollow instructions from supervisors and other co-workersCommunicate with other individuals in a loud environment to complete tasksRecognize and react to abnormal operating conditionsStay alert to the surrounding areas and alert individuals when operating a forkliftUse and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environmentHear safety alarms and other co-workersPerform counting tasksMaintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while pushing a cart with equipment/partsMaintain balance when climbing on a portable step to retrieve partsUse a computer to track down partsIndividually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 75 poundsTolerate constant standing, sitting, and walking throughout the shiftUse both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of partsClimb in and out of forklift/tow motor safelyDemonstrate strength and physical stamina to complete the tasks safelyRemember task sequence, parts locations, and safety constraintsOshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email ...@oshkoshcorp.com .Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. Persons, as defined in these regulations. Generally, a U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.