Job Overview

Join Komatsu's Longview Operations facility as a dedicated Material Handler, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting our manufacturing processes and ensuring smooth production flow. Komatsu offers a competitive salary package complemented by exceptional benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for bonuses and merit-based rewards. This position is integral to our Manufacturing Division under the Supply Chain Division business unit, where your contributions directly impact operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

As a Material Handler, you will be part of a team committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. You will have access to robust training and development programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career within the Surface company and the broader Joy Global Longview Operations.

Key Job Responsibilities

As a Material Handler, your key responsibilities will encompass:

• Safety Advocacy: Champion and adhere to all workplace safety policies and procedures, ensuring not only your safety but also fostering a culture of safety across the team.
• Equipment and Area Maintenance: Regularly clean and maintain equipment, tools, and workspace to uphold a tidy, efficient, and safe working environment.
• Material Handling Duties: Perform various manual and clerical tasks related to material handling, including receiving, unpacking, and organizing parts and supplies for the assembly line to maintain uninterrupted production.
• Inventory Management: Accurately place parts and supplies in designated locations, manage stock levels, and perform returns of surplus materials to the warehouse.
• Waste Management: Properly dispose, recycle, or reject materials following company guidelines to contribute to environmentally responsible operations.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with team members, supervisors, and other departments to ensure timely delivery of materials and address any production needs or concerns.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing training and contribute ideas for process enhancements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve safety standards.

Qualifications/Requirements

We are seeking candidates who meet the following qualifications and requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting and moving materials safely. Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately follow instructions, manage inventory, and maintain organized work areas.
• Safety-Oriented: Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and an understanding of safety protocols and practices.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members and supervisors.
• Basic Clerical Skills: Competency in basic data entry and recordkeeping is advantageous.
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills to contribute positively to a collaborative work environment.

Additional Information

Komatsu is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all team members are valued and empowered. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and look forward to welcoming a motivated Material Handler to our Longview Operations team.