Operator II - Material Handler (PIV/Logistics)

Rehlko

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Bill of Materials (BOM), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, FIFO, Forklift, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Management, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Logistics Management, Materials Management, Mobile Devices, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Operations, Process Flow, Production Schedule, Production Support, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Startup, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager
LOCATION
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
POSTED
1 day ago
Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Work-life flexibility
  • Recognition and rewards
  • Development and career opportunities
  • A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Operator II - Material Handler is responsible for ensuring materials are supplied where needed on the production floor to maintain an uninterrupted flow of operations. This position supports all functions of the Hattiesburg operation through material handling activities, including loading and unloading materials, line replenishment, shipping and receiving support, inventory management, and operating powered industrial vehicles (PIVs) and other material handling equipment as required.

Location: Hattiesburg, MS - Onsite

Shift: 1st Shift - 6:30am to 3:00pm, with overtime until 5:00pm as needed.

Employees are also generally expected to work two Saturdays per month to support operational needs.

Specific Responsibilities
  • Read and understand written work instructions for job duties and responsibilities.
  • Load and unload material components in support of daily plant operations.
  • Understand and utilize Bills of Material (BOMs) and key sheets.
  • Verify and confirm part numbers, quantities, and accuracy of materials received, distributed to operations, and shipped out.
  • Follow all safety, quality, and process instructions and procedures.
  • Maintain 5S standards, housekeeping activities, tool and gage protection, and proper part stockage within work areas.
  • Utilize hand-held scanners to track engine and generator movements as required.
  • Complete daily inspections and checklists for PIV equipment, scales, scanners, and other tools needed to perform assigned tasks.
  • Monitor stock levels for components and subassemblies and replenish materials using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices.
  • Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIVs), forklifts, and other material handling equipment safely and effectively to support production and logistics operations.
  • Support line replenishment, shipping, receiving, and overall material flow processes.
  • Identify and escalate variances from standard operating procedures.
  • Notify the Logistics Lead, Supervisor, Materials, or Quality teams of abnormal parts, defective units, equipment issues, or process concerns.
  • Be available to support production schedules before startup and after assembly operations end as needed.
  • Practice Stop, Call, Wait Authority.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Frequent communication with Logistics Leads, Group Lead - Logistics, and Production personnel.

Requirements
  • High scho

About the Company

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