Material Handler I (1st shift Light Rail / Locomotive Weld)

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us. We’re proud to be Great Place to Work® certified—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where innovation thrives, and every voice matters. Apply today and be part of shaping the future with us! Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html Position Overview: As a Material Handler I supporting our Light Rail and Locomotive manufacturing operations, you will play a critical role in ensuring materials, components, and assemblies are accurately delivered, organized, and available to support production. This hands-on position is responsible for material movement, kitting, inventory management, shortage resolution, and coordination with Production Control, Warehouse, and Manufacturing teams to maintain an efficient workflow. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where teamwork, quality, and on-time delivery are essential. What your day may look like: Receive, organize, and distribute materials, parts, carts, crates, and assemblies to production workstations while identifying shortages, resolving discrepancies, and supporting uninterrupted production flow. Break down and kit materials for individual work orders, maintain inventory levels, restock shop floor bulk materials, and coordinate with Production Control and Warehouse teams to resolve material-related issues. Operate forklifts, Straddle Carrier equipment, and other material handling equipment to safely transport materials, long assemblies, crates, and production components throughout the facility. Support production operations by unpacking materials, performing parts handling activities, operating cleaning equipment, maintaining cleanliness standards, and ensuring work areas remain organized and production-ready. Collaborate closely with production teams, communicate workflow updates and safety concerns, perform routine equipment inspections, and follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements to maintain a safe working environment. This posting outlines the primary responsibilities of the role, but is not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned in alignment with business needs. What Will Make You Successful: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1-2 years of experience in material handling, mechanical assembly, forklift operation, manufacturing, warehouse operations, or similar equipment-related environments. Experience operating forklifts, powered industrial vehicles (PIVs), or other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to read and interpret work instructions, technical drawings, diagrams, and material documentation. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to identify shortages, inventory discrepancies, and material handling issues. Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively across production, warehouse, and support teams. Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity. Additional Information: Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen. The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential job duties: Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently required to climb stairs, steps, and ladders. Frequently required to work on elevated platforms. Perform work overhead. Occasionally lift and move at most 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Rea…

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