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Tennant Company

Freight Material Handler

Tennant Company, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201

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With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations, sales, services and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected. As an Intermediate Material Handler / PIT Equipment Operator you will work with a team to organize materials and move them within the facility. In this role you’ll need to pay attention to detail to ensure the correct part and number of parts are delivered to the production lines, helping to maintain inventory accuracy. If you are self‑driven and looking for a fast‑paced position that utilizes power industrial equipment, this is the role for you. Core Responsibilities

Operate powered forklift trucks, hoists, handcarts, and other material handling equipment. Use production paperwork to locate, deliver and place materials in a warehouse environment. Maintain equipment in good operating order, following power industrial equipment guidelines and completing start‑of‑shift inspection checklist. Perform housekeeping and 5S to keep the department clean, safe, and well organized. Identify problems or potential safety hazards and recommend resolutions. Mentor and train entry‑level Material Handlers within their scope of responsibilities. Perform warehouse transactions. Focus on continuous improvements of material handling processes. Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. 2‑4 years related experience as a Material Handler. Demonstrated skills necessary to perform the duties of the position. Competent in the operation of a forklift. Possess a valid driver’s license. Previous experience in SAP, RF device, and Warehouse Management preferred. Required Physical Demands

Routinely bends and lifts up to 40 pounds individually. Works in multiple positions during a shift. Ability to stand for an 8‑hour shift. Environmental Exposures

Routinely and regularly works near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposed to hot conditions. Occasionally exposed to non‑toxic fumes. Moderate noise level. Occasionally exposed to oil, grease, gasoline, dust, metal particles and sharp‑edged materials. Safety Requirements

Must be able to wear safety glasses, steel‑toed shoes and hearing protection. Compensation

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $33,700 - $50,400. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Tennant Co. reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualifications of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity. Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid time off, and voluntary benefits. Seniority Level

Entry level Employment Type

Full‑time Job Function

Management and Manufacturing Industries

Machinery Manufacturing Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

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