2nd Shift Materials Team Leader

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Transport all materials and equipment via forklift to each cell operation allowing continuous/expeditious production. Oversee the day-to-to operations of the material handler, will be the point person for material issues on the shift, will help lead the other material handlers/Tuggers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operate forklift, read and follow directions, and respond quickly in a fast-paced production environment.
2. Perform the above within acceptable quality, quantity, performance and safety standards.
3. Use Epic Scanner for material movement in SAP.
4. Lead Material Team assigned to the shift.
5. Shift to Shift pass down/hand off
6. Transport materials and baskets to and from work cells as needed to maintain continuous production.
7. Overtime as required/requested.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Load and unload trucks, dump scrap, move machinery, etc. as requested.
2. Perform safety checks and basic preventative maintenance daily on the forklifts.
3. Follow safety regulations at all times.
4. Work closely with supervisors on change overs to lessen down time.

*This list may not be all-inclusive and may include other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

CRITICAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• Must be able to acquire forklift license in timely manner
• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Ability to read an follow written and verbal directions and charts
• Flexibility and ability to respond quickly to numerous requests and paging announcements
• Alertness and awareness of surrounding activities in all directions
• Experience as a fork lift driver

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• High noise levels
• Constricted work areas and pathways
• Some exposure to outside weather conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Extensive sitting with some pushing and pulling
• Good visual ability
• Good head, hand and foot motion
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Fast-paced

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.