• Power Vehicle Operator - Afternoon Shift

    Whirlpool Corporation (Marion, OH)


    **Requisition ID:** 69759

     

    About Whirlpool Corporation

     

    Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including _Whirlpool_ , _KitchenAid_ , _JennAir, Maytag_ , _Amana,_ _Brastemp_ , _Consul_ , and _InSinkErator_ . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .

     

    This role in summary

     

    We’re looking for Material Handlers (material tugger drivers and materials line side kitters with the possibility of tow motor drivers) to Operate power vehicle equipment in accordance with company regulations, requirements and safety instructions. Follow standard delivery schedules/routes throughout the plant. Perform routine maintenance and equipment reporting as required

     

    Afternoon Shift Openings

     

    The current hourly wage is $20.25 plus shift $1.25 shift Premium for 2nd shift

     

    A wage increase will take effect on January 1, 2026, raising the rate to $20.85 per hour.

     

    Your responsibilities will include

    Your responsibilities will include

    + Receives verbal or written instruction from departmental supervisor, area supervisor, or expeditors as to work assignments.

    + Must be able to communicate and receive communications regarding safety components and job instruction.

    + Works from printed/digital manifest for picking orders.

    + Picks up, transports, and positions or tiers a variety of parts or materials as directed.

    + As required, selects, hunts, or sorts material to be moved.

    + Returns empty containers of various types to predetermined locations.

    + Submits written reports pertaining to condition of vehicle, I.e. gas, water, oil, hydraulic pressure, general operating condition, etc.

    + Changes propane gas tanks as required, uses correct clamping pressure, following established procedures.

    + Exercises care of product quality in transporting or stacking material.

    + Transports, changes, moves, loads, or unloads material from container to container or forks as required, manually or utilizing material handling equipment.

    + Does miscellaneous off truck material handling as required.

    + Must work the required number of hours as determined by department, shift and position.

    + Performs duties of a similar or lesser skill to facilitate the flow of work in the department.

    + Successfully complete company training/safety program

    Minimum requirements

    + High School Diploma/GED

    + At least 18 years old or older

    + Valid drivers license

    + 3+ months of experience driving a tugger or forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

    + 1 year of consistent work experience

    Preferred skills and experiences

    + Forklift or power vehicle experience

     

    Why should you apply?

     

    Whirlpool offers full-time employees an excellent wage and benefits package, including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, 401K, Life Insurance, 12 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

     

    Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

     

    See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

     

    Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.