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Forklift Operator, 1st Shift
full-timeDodge Center$0k - $0k

Summary

Location

Dodge Center

Salary

$0k - $0k

Type

full-time

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About this role

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

WE DON’T JUST BUILD TRUCKS. WE HELP BUILD COMMUNITIES.

  • Starting Pay:  $19 - $25.48/hour based on experience

  • High school diploma/GED Not required

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

  • Paid Time Off

  • Pay Increases every 6 months, based on performance

  • Company Bonus Plan

If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and looking for an exciting new opportunity, join our team of Material Handlers/Forklift Operators in our Dodge Center, MN production facility.

YOUR IMPACT:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

  • Performing all aspects of the material movement/handling process as it relates to the stock replenishing system for your work area.
  • Picking of parts/raw material, delivering parts, containers, fixturing, tooling, etc. to point of use.
  • Unloading and loading trucks using material handling equipment.
  • Accepting loads and receiving material into the system.
  • Completing accurate inventory counts.
  • Inspecting of material upon receipt to insure it is conforming and undamaged.
  • Placing stock into assigned storage areas.
  • Recording location and quantity of inventory via Handheld Scanner/Computer Terminal.
  • This position may require you to work outside for extended periods of time.
  • Maintain a positive working attitude and environment. 
  • Mentoring and training new team members on processes and facility layout.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards.
  • Regular attendance required. 
  • All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to perform basic math (addition and subtraction)

  • Ability to read and understand date codes, BOLs, pallet tickets, etc.

Standout Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Previous Experience with MS Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
  • Previous experience operating a tow motor/forklift.
  • Six (6) months or more of material handling experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with JD Edwards Enterprise One or another Enterprise Resource System.
  • Shipping and Receiving experience in a warehouse environment.
  • Possess strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Experience operating an overhead bridge crane or jib crane.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance eligible beginning Day 1 of employment

  • Company Bonus Plan -- $2K to start!

  • 401k plan with Company Match, $.50 for every dollar up to 6%

  • Up to $10,000 each year for tuition reimbursement so you can continue or pursue your education

  • Many, many more!

High school diploma/GED not required for this job.  If you choose, we will provide financial assistance to get your education, from GED up to a Masters’ degree—up to ten thousand dollars per year!

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, please click Apply Now!

Oshkosh 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 [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it 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.

Other facts

Tech stack
Forklift Operation,Material Handling,Inventory Management,Basic Math,Communication Skills,Organizational Skills,Safety Procedures,Team Mentoring,Computer Skills,Shipping and Receiving,JD Edwards,Microsoft Word,Microsoft Excel,Tow Motor Operation,Overhead Crane Operation

About Oshkosh Corporation

Moving the world forward.

Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK) is a global industrial technology company that pioneers innovation, engineers solutions and transforms industries to empower everyday heroes.

Using electrification, autonomy, artificial intelligence and connectivity, Oshkosh designs and manufactures scalable, adaptable and purpose-built solutions for some of the world’s toughest jobs under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Pierce®, Power Towers, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech and Pratt Miller.

We make a difference in people’s lives by creating mission-critical equipment that serves the everyday hero. Our innovation is people focused and developed by sharing advances across our portfolio of companies. For us, it’s about moving the world forward through building, serving and protecting communities.

Our purpose: Make a difference in people’s lives.
Global team members: approximately 17,000

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The Forklift Operator will perform material movement and handling processes, including picking parts and unloading/loading trucks. They will also maintain inventory accuracy and ensure a safe working environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Oshkosh Corporation pay for a Forklift Operator, 1st Shift?

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What does a Forklift Operator, 1st Shift do at Oshkosh Corporation?

As a Forklift Operator, 1st Shift at Oshkosh Corporation, you will: the Forklift Operator will perform material movement and handling processes, including picking parts and unloading/loading trucks. They will also maintain inventory accuracy and ensure a safe working environment..

Why join Oshkosh Corporation as a Forklift Operator, 1st Shift?

Oshkosh Corporation is a leading Motor Vehicle Manufacturing company. The Forklift Operator, 1st Shift role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Forklift Operator, 1st Shift position at Oshkosh Corporation remote?

The Forklift Operator, 1st Shift position at Oshkosh Corporation is based in Dodge Center, Minnesota, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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