Material Handler / Driver

TITLE: Material Handler / Driver BASED AT: Harken, Inc., Pewaukee, WI STATUS: Non-Exempt/Hourly, 1st Shift, Full-Time Join the Harken Team: Innovating for Over 50 Years Harken, Inc. is a global leader in innovative solutions for the marine and safety industries. Headquartered in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, with manufacturing facilities in the USA and Italy, we take pride in our world-class engineering, craftsmanship, and dedication to excellence. Our global footprint spans 48 countries, supported by group offices in exciting locations like Australia, France, Italy, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, the UK, and across the United States—from Rhode Island to Washington. For over half a century, Harken's Marine Division has set the industry standard for pulley blocks, deck hardware, winches, and hydraulics, serving sailboats ranging from 8 to over 300 feet. Building on this strong foundation, Harken is charting new courses with our Safety and Rescue Division, unlocking opportunities for innovation and growth. The Opportunity: Harken is seeking a Material Handler / Driver to join our team. The Material Handler/Driver is responsible for material handling and transportation activities throughout the manufacturing facility, including receiving, moving, organizing, and delivering materials to support daily production and operational needs. This role operates a company vehicle to pick up and deliver materials to and from suppliers, loads and unloads deliveries, and safely operates forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and equipment. This role uses basic measuring tools and works closely with other departments to ensure materials are handled and distributed efficiently to support manufacturing operations. What you will do: Safely operate a company van to pick up and deliver materials, parts, and supplies to and from vendors and suppliers. Load, unload, move, and transport materials throughout the manufacturing facility. Receive incoming materials and assist with organizing, staging, and distributing items to appropriate departments. Supply production areas with necessary materials and components to support daily manufacturing operations. Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move, lift, and position materials and equipment. Verify materials, quantities, and dimensions using basic measuring tools and documentation. Assist with maintaining organized storage areas, inventory locations, and material staging areas. Follow established safety procedures when handling, lifting, transporting, and storing materials. Other duties and projects as assigned What you bring: Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED equivalent 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment Additional Preferred Qualifications: Class B or Class C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Forklift experience Key Skills for Success include: Ability to read and interpret basic measurements using tape measures and other measuring tools. Strong attention to detail to ensure materials, quantities, and deliveries are handled accurately. Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple material handling tasks throughout the workday. Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments. Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing production and operational needs. Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as work independently as needed Why you will love working at Harken: What truly sets Harken apart is our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and the unique culture of ownership it fosters. Every team member is empowered to think and act like an owner, driving a workplace culture built on drive, humility, ingenuity, integrity, and ownership. At Harken, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued stakeholder in our future. At Harken, our work is guided by five core values: Drive – Taking initiative, setting ambitious goals, and…

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