Material Distribution Handler

UTLX

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Responsible for a variety of functions within the distribution center, such as receiving, stocking, loading and unloading merchandise, picking and operating heavy-duty equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts. Do not report employees who perform one of these duties as their primary function. Typical titles include: Materials Handler, Distribution Center Generalist.

Union Tank Car Company's regulatory, engineering, and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX headquarters is in Chicago's financial district, close to major public transportation hubs. ULTX offers competitive compensation and benefits, as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, hard work, expertise, growth, and progressive thinking are all valued. 

  

Primary Job Functions 

This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions. 

• Primary duties will include delivering parts and packages received.
• Track shipments order materials, track material receipts, and contact vendors for information on materials.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness all materials areas.
• Unloads / loads materials to carrier’s vehicle
• Drives/operates a forklift
• Visually inspects incoming materials for damage, verifies quantity against orders.
• Maintains area in a neat and orderly manner and reports work hazards. 

Eligibility Requirements 

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or pass a Combined Basic Skills Test 
• Forklift Training or willingness to be trained 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record of no more than three moving violations in the past three years 
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently 
• Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision 
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions 
• Safety and quality focused 
• Willingness to wear required PPE at all times and always work safely. 
• Be available to work any shift, and be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including overtime, as allowed per the union contract 

Environmental & Working Conditions 

• Physical effort in lifting and carrying materials and attaching rigging devices.  
• Manual dexterity in operating control levers and buttons.  
• Exposed to dirt, fumes, smoke, and heat.  
• Some climbing into and out of vehicles, crane cabs, etc.  
• Some outside work possible minor cuts and bruises. Must exercise caution in operation of equipment in confined areas.  
• Possible exposure to hazardous materials or hazardous waste from leaks or spills of these materials while moving or storing them. 

Why Join Our Team? 

We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer... 

• Competitive wages, with shift differential pay 
• Day 1 Medical, dental, vision 
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance 
• Company-paid disability 
• 401k matching 
• Annual safety shoe allowance and prescription safety wear 
• Holiday and vacation pay 
• Marmon employee discount program 
• Employee referral bonus and perfect attendance bonus programs 

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law, to include background check, physical, and drug and alcohol screen. 

It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law. 

Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship (preferred) 
Work Location: Valdosta, GA

We are an equal opportunity workplace (EEOC) 

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Pay Range:

21.34

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.