Material Handler II

Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels; *Emotional Demands - Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone; *Safety - Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and. items, while keeping material organized and keeping production stocked with material; *Ability to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing; *Operate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material.

PRS Facility Location
Kansas City, MO - 465
Job Purpose
A Material Handler supports production and/or specific areas of the facility by pulling document material, stocking,
loading, kitting, cycle count and delivering to the proper workstation. The Material Handler must be capable of
supporting all areas within the facility.
Req ID
12112BR
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Education / Training
1-2 years of Experience or Forklift and Crane Certified
*Additional Certifications in the operation of other heavy equipment will substitute for years of
experience.
Job Title
Material Handler
City
Kansas City
Key Job Elements
*Receive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store in inventory;
*Identifies, draws from inventory, and transports material, parts and equipment to and from assembly
areas, machines, loading docks and other areas;
*Familiarizes self with different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required
items, while keeping material organized and keeping production stocked with material;
*Ability to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing;
*Operate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material
handling assignments;
*Must be able to deliver urgent items to the production floor consistently, accurately, and safely;
*Able to clearly communicate the tracking of incoming parts and relay this to management quickly,
consistently, and accurately;
*Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI's consistently, accurately, and safely.
Qualifications and Experience
*Demonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation;
*Responsible for verifying orders, pick tickets, packing slips and other outbound documents created by
other work functions. Checking figures and maintaining accurate piece counts. Verifying inventory counts
are accurate;
*Review packaging, labeling and documentation to ensure conformance;
*Ensure physical and systematic inventory corresponds;
*Communicate effectively with process partners to resolve issues;
*Inspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.

Preferred Skills
*Basic mathematical skills;
*Self-starter, work with little or no supervision, work in a fast-paced environment, adjust to quick changing
requirements and prioritize consistently, accurately, and safely;
*Forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies and/or crane experience;
*Problem solving ability and ability to apply reasoning and common sense for appropriate resolutions.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions
*Strength - Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;
*Motion - Constant walking Frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and
overhead reaching and climbing ladders;
*Vision/Hearing Requirements - Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible
alarms;
*Work Environment - Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors.
Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels;
*Emotional Demands - Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment,
employee must be comfortable working alone;
*Safety - Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and
other moving equipment. Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and
utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators,
aprons, ear