Handler I Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

OSW Equipment & Repair, LLC, a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. OSW’s main facility is located in the Maltby area in Snohomish County. OSW and has been in business for over 25 years and is also located in Tempe, Arizona.

As a Material Handler I in our growing team, you are contributing to the success of the company by moving production materials to various areas in the shop to ensure smooth manufacturing processes. If you are bright, highly motivated, and a team player we encourage you to apply!

Material Handlers provide different functions throughout the shop which encompass ensuring materials are received, compiled, and moved through the manufacturing process.  These functions include operating a forklift to move materials and truck bodies, receiving materials, kitting parts, and coordinating parts throughout the warehouse.  Material Handler levels are classified based on the number of these roles they are able to fulfill.  A Material Handler I is able to fulfill only one (1) of the roles, a Material Handler II is able to fulfill two (2) of the roles, and a Material Handler III is able to fulfill three to four (3-4) of the roles.

Duties/Responsibilities:

 Material Handlers general responsibilities

•  Responsible Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform daily and weekly inventory counts, including cycle counting.
• Lift, move, and sort materials using appropriate equipment (cranes, forklifts, etc.).
• Assist in other material handling functions as needed.
• Loading and unloading trucks, verifying quantities, and putting materials/parts away
• Kitting or Packaging Components as needed for shipments
• Receiving and adjusting PO’s and advising expediters of discrepancies
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Material Handlers assigned to Kitting:

• Inspect materials to ensure standards are met.
• Label and identify products, workpieces, or equipment.
• Prepare parts and material kits for production.
• Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
• Accurately enter and maintain transactions in the MRP system.

Required Skills/Abilities:

•  Ability to read, write, and effectively communicate in English
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage situations with tact and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•  Proficient time management skills.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat throughout the day.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to stand and walk throughout the warehouse.

Additional Job Information:

• Wage Expectations: $20 - $24 per hour
• Pay: This is a non-exempt, hourly position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
• Typical Schedule: Four (4) Day / Ten (10) Hour work schedule.
• Location: On Site – 20812 Broadway Ave; Snohomish, WA 98296
• Travel: Very minimal to none

Benefits:

• Employees are eligible on the 1st of the month following the completion of 30 days of employment for:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for each full-time employee in the amount of $20,000.00.
  • Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, their spouse (or domestic partner), and their children
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Health-related expenses as well as Dependent Care related expenses
• Employees are eligible or the following benefits as of their first day of employment:
  • 401(k) with partial company match
  • 100% vested immediately.
• Upon the Completion of 90 days employees are eligible for:
  • PTO
  • 9 Paid Holidays

About Us

OSW Equipment & Repair is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest and has been in business for over 20 years. OSW Equipment & Repair manufactures products for the construction, transportation, industrial, and mining industries. OSW Equipment & Repair is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Truck Bodies Equipment International group. For more information, visit www.oswequipment.com. 

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 507-508-9136. All other applications must be submitted online.